Nevada has experienced significant population growth over the past four decades, leading to a doubling of its electoral representation from three to six votes. This increase in population has also brought about a shift in the state's political landscape.
Historically, Nevada was dominated by Republicans from the late 1960s to the late 1980s. However, with the influx of new residents, the state has become a swing state, with Democrats winning in most elections since 1976.
In the 2000 and 2004 elections, Nevada voted for George W. Bush, deviating from its Democratic trend. Hillary Clinton narrowly defeated Donald Trump in 2016, while Joe Biden secured a slightly larger victory in 2020.
Former President Barack Obama enjoyed significant support in Nevada, winning by substantial margins in both the 2008 and 2012 elections.
Recent political campaigns in Nevada have focused on appealing to the state's service industry workers, particularly those in Las Vegas. During the last election cycle, former President Trump introduced a campaign slogan promising to eliminate federal taxes on tipped wages, aiming to attract these voters. Vice President Harris later endorsed the same policy.
