Early voting in Nevada shows Republican surge as California transplants shift state dynamics

In the lead-up to the 2024 election, early voting in Nevada shows a significant shift toward Republicans, with 47,300 more registered Republicans voting than Democrats. This marks a change from previous elections, where Democrats typically led in early voting. A growing number of Californians, now over 20% of Nevada's population, are moving to the state, contributing to this shift. Many of these transplants are motivated by dissatisfaction with California's political climate and are leaning toward more conservative values. The Nevada Democratic Party's voter registration lead has decreased from 111,000 to 71,000 since 2020. This trend could impact the election outcome, as Nevada's six electoral votes may play a crucial role in determining the next president.