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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 9h

So Musk's company that is building tunnels underneath Las Vegas has been cited hundreds of times by state regulators. The cease-and-desist letter in this story by @AnjeanetteDamon and @OyVegas that we were happy to co-publish is stunning.

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Elon Musk’s Boring Co. accused of nearly 800 environmental violations on Las Vegas project - The Nevada Independent

Elon Musk’s Boring Co. accused of nearly 800 environmental violations on Las Vegas project. Read more from The Nevada Independent.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 23h

"..Rosen (D-NV) said during a press call..that only Cortez Masto could explain her votes. Rosen has voted against the GOP’s resolutions, she said, because 'I believe that fighting for people's health care is one of the most important things I can do.'”

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Nevadans in Congress frustrated as government shutdown drags into 2nd week - The Nevada Independent

With air traffic controllers calling out sick and small business loans on pause, Nevada lawmakers on both sides express concern.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 1d

My latest tease for my Harry Reid bio:

Talking points on the nuclear option in 2005, a lot different from 2013, prepping for his first big interview as Dem leader and...Norman Lear (!) on Reid.

Pre-order the book already!

jonralston.substack.com/p/reids-firs...

Reid's first year as Dem leader: Heading off the nuclear option, appearing on national TV and articulating a vision

And a note about the legendary Norman Lear!

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 1d

Vaccine rates for kids are declining in NV, inc. for measles, a very concerning trend.

Public health officials worry about vax exemptions, trust issues, shifting fed rules and "hostile anti-vaccine rhetoric from the Trump administration."

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Nevada child vaccine rates continue decline, raising herd immunity concerns - The Nevada Independent

Nevada child vaccine rates continue decline, raising herd immunity concerns. Read more from The Nevada Independent.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 1d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 2009, a coalition opposing same-sex marriage in NV withdrew its stay request. Gov. Sandoval: "This action brings finality to the issue of same sex marriage in Nevada."

Days 'til my Reid bio: 102
Days 'til 2026 election: 390

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 2d

ICYMI:

"Lieberman turning into Zel Miller
"Should we ask him to stop attending the weekly caucus?
Any other actions for dealing with his behavior?"

Harry Reid's agenda for a meeting w/Obama in 2008.

More inside docs, more to come -- pre-order the book!

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Reid's early-warning system for re-election and an eventful meeting with Obama

He wondered in 2008 if Joe Lieberman was becoming Zell Miller

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 2d

Great explainer via @Oona_Milliken about what powers city marshals have as lawsuits against them have proliferated. Are they acting as a "shadow police force?"

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Why do lawsuits claim Las Vegas operates a ‘shadow police force’? - The Nevada Independent

Why do lawsuits claim Las Vegas operates a ‘shadow police force’? Read more from The Nevada Independent.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 2d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 2009, the inaugural game of the United Football League was played at Sam Boyd Stadium as the Las Vegas Locomotives beat the California Redwoods, 30-17, before 14K fans.

Days 'til my Reid bio: 103
Days 'til 2026 election: 391

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 3d

My latest Substack post teasing my Harry Reid bio has internal emails from 2006 among staffers warning four years in advance that he might be in trouble and a 2008 memo about an Obama meeting wondering how to deal with Joe Lieberman.

Enjoy and pre-order!

jonralston.substack.com/p/reids-earl...

Reid's early-warning system for re-election and an eventful meeting with Obama

He wondered in 2008 if Joe Lieberman was becoming Zell Miller

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 3d

Our elections newsletter is back!

The place to find out all the campaign news from The #WeMatter State had its first edition of the cycle today, with all kinds of great info.

Subscribe, read, love.

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Introducing our 2026 Nevada campaigns newsletter - The Nevada Independent

Introducing our 2026 Nevada campaigns newsletter. Read more from The Nevada Independent.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 3d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 1982, Ronald Reagan was the first sitting president to visit the University of Nevada, Reno campus. Gov. Bob List and Sen. Paul Laxalt attended the rally.

Days 'til my Reid bio: 104
Days 'til 2026 election: 392

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 4d

This is an interesting issue, not so obvious what administrators can do in these cases. This issue came to the fore after a few school district employees made posts after Charlie Kirk’s murder.

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Teachers’ posts on Charlie Kirk raise questions about the limits of free speech in schools - The Nevada Independent

Although the First Amendment offers broad free speech protections, a local attorney said courts have become increasingly tolerant of school policies that restrict speech they deem disruptive.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 4d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 1980, NBC Nightly News' "Wayne Newton and the Law" alleged Newton, who wanted to buy the Aladdin, had mob ties. He sued, won $22M, but it was eventually overturned.

Days 'til my Reid bio: 105
Days 'til 2026 election: 393

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 5d

"..brokers and clients say they are concerned that the loss of enhanced subsidies will drive costs even higher and deter some Nevadans from purchasing plans for 2026."
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Rising insurance costs complicate Nevada marketplace’s open enrollment effort - The Nevada Independent

About 86 percent of people on the state’s insurance marketplace receive subsidies that are set to expire and will likely further drive up costs.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 7d

ICE officers go into Vegas neighborhood and arrest 56-year-old with outstanding removal order from 2002 after he filed for political asylum, then he disappears, family finally finds him in a local hospital barely able to breathe.

Stunning stuff.

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Vegas man’s immigration arrest, caught on video, stirs questions about ICE transparency - The Nevada Independent

The family — as well as some legal experts — contend that Lopez Gomez’s case highlights ICE’s lack of transparency on detainee whereabouts and their safety. Although many aspects about his case are no...

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 7d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 2010, the Las Vegas RJ opined: “The direction of this nation is at stake. This election offers a clear choice." An endorsement of Sharron Angle against Sen. Harry Reid.

Days 'til my Reid bio: 108
Days 'til 2026 election: 396

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 8d

My latest Substack teasing my Harry Reid bio with some choice bits about his relationship with Schumer and how Reid wanted Schumer to use Sharpton and Jackson against Ned Lamont in the 2006 CT Senate race to help Lieberman.

And a Don King photo, too!

jonralston.substack.com/p/artifacts-of…

https://jonralston.substack.com/p/artifacts-of…

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 9d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 2009, former legislator/NV GOP Chair Sue Lowden announced for U.S. Senate. She was favored to win the primary and defeat Harry Reid. Then came "chickens for checkups."

Days 'til my Reid bio: 110
Days 'til 2026 election: 398

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 10d

My latest Substack with a note that has a rare glimpse behind the Reid fundraising machine and how far the network extended, with a bonus of him saying he went to PBS leadership to complain about lil ole me.

Enjoy and pre-order the book!

jonralston.substack.com/p/a-rare-gli...

A rare glimpse behind the Reid fundraising machine

118 days to publication of my Harry Reid biography — don’t forget to preorder!

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 10d

This is a fantastic statement by @Pres_Sandoval in response to the overreaching DOJ and unqualified NV U.S. attorney trying to shut down a UNR program that helps undocumented students:

www.unr.edu/nevada-today...

And we have updated our story:

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Campus Message from President Sandoval | President's Messages

On Friday, Sept. 26, the University received correspondence from the U.S. Department of Justice regarding financial aid and academic support resources the University provides to all students.

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 10d

Thrilled to announce that @BenKieckhefer, a former reporter turned GOP state senator turned @JoeLombardoNV chief of staff turned consultant is joining @TheNVIndy board. Ben is enthusiastic about our mission and we are lucky to have someone of his stature on board. Welcome, Ben!

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 10d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 1864, President Lincoln's Cabinet discussed NV statehood. Secretary of State Seward was the fiercest advocate, and the president asked him to draft a proclamation.

Days 'til my Reid bio: 112
Days 'til 2026 election: 399

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 11d

"In the letter, the DOJ said it 'has received reports of efforts to assist illegal immigrants' at UNR and had referred the issue to the Department of Education."

Signed by the assistant AG and her pal, NV's unqualified U.S. atty.

Via Isabella Aldrete.

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DOJ seeks investigation into UNR program that supports undocumented students - The Nevada Independent

UNR officials told The Nevada Independent in a Monday statement that they “are currently reviewing the letter and will respond appropriately through the proper legal and administrative channels.” They...

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 11d

Good morning from The #WeMatter State.

On this day in 1944, 17-year-old Floyd Loveless was executed in the gas chamber at NV State Prison, the youngest convict ever legally put to death in NV. He had killed a constable.

Days 'til my Reid bio: 112
Days 'til 2026 election: 403

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RalstonReports @ralstonreports.bsky.social · 12d

"Just saying it over and over doesn’t make it so, and it is our job to do what Rocha always did: Ferret out the truth and publish it, say it — scream it if necessary — as many times as needed."

My tribute to a great Nevadan and the values he stood for.

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We need truth-tellers like Guy Rocha now more than ever - The Nevada Independent

We need more Guy Rochas now. Read more at The Nevada Independent.

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