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GOP cannibalism begins, shows why presidential campaigns wanted a primary
Here we go again.
American Gaming Association to presidential hopefuls: We'll be watching you
American Gaming Association President Geoff Freeman has sent a letter to presidential hopefuls informing them "it is imperative" that they learn about the industry as they seek votes in Nevada and elsewhere where casinos are prevalent.
New collective bargaining law sparks political fury at Clark County
Conservatives didn't get everything they wanted in a new collective bargaining law. But they secured enough so-called reforms to embolden Clark County managers to make some changes.
Amodei leads Bush supporter list in Nevada
A few days after he announced his candidacy, Jeb Bush rolled out some Nevada backers. Rep. Mark Amodei leads the list, which also includes several lawmakers and former first lady Dema Guinn, a consummate Establishment luminary. Assemblyman Pat Hickey Tweeted about his support Wednesday morning.
Moody's: Clark County School District reorg presents uncertainty, possible credit risk
Here's the report from the credit rating service, Moody's, in reaction to the Cark County schools deconsolidation bill signing: Local Government Clark County School District, NV Reorganization Poses Uncertainty, a Credit Negative
Mayor wants to give Harry Reid's son lucrative contract extension
Henderson Mayor Andy Hafen, once lobbied by Sen. Harry Reid to hire his son as city attorney, now wants to give Josh Reid a lengthy contract extension with built-in salary boosts that eventually would amount to more than a 20 per cent increase.
Eight Assembly Republicans receive notification of their voices on wiretaps
Eight Assembly Republicans were notified Wednesday that their voices were heard on wiretaps in an ongoing probe focused on GOP consultant Tony Dane, multiple sources confirmed. None of the octet is currently targeted in the investigation, which began after Assemblyman Chris Edwards told police he believed he was the victim of an extortion plot. Dane has had his offices searched and files and equipment confiscated by authorities.
Laxalt to host gathering for White House hopefuls this summer
Attorney General Adam Laxalt will host a presidential candidates event in Northern Nevada this summer, with half a dozen White House hopefuls already confirmed.
Jeb Bush to make first Nevada visit as candidate on June 27
I've confirmed that ex-Gov. Jeb Bush will be in Henderson on June 27, 12 days after he makes his announcement (suspense that kills) on whether he is running for president. Bush, I'm told, will be in Nevada after stops in the other three early states: Iowa, New Hampshire and South Carolina. And his son, George P. Bush, also will be making a Nevada campaign stop for the candidate's "Jeb Announcement Tour" on June 17. Despite the Legislature's failure to pass presidential primary bill, we still matter.