Democrat Aaron Ford wins in Nevada, becoming first Black man elected governor west of the Mississippi

A local news story from Texas, reported by KVUE Austin.

Local News · Texas · November 4, 2026

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With his victory over Republican incumbent Joe Lombardo, Democrat Aaron Ford became the first Black person elected to governor west of the Mississippi.

Reported by KVUE Austin, November 4, 2026. Read the full story at KVUE Austin →

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