Long Lines Mark Nevada 2026 General Election
Nevada voters faced wait times up to two hours across several counties during the 2026 general election, with some casting ballots long after polls closed.
Voters across Nevada experienced significant delays during the 2026 general election on November 3. Long lines were reported in Clark, Elko, and Washoe counties, with some individuals waiting up to two hours to cast their ballots. In Washoe County, high turnout was particularly evident at the Reno Public Market and the Washoe County Registrar of Voters.
Government of Nevada officials maintained that any voter in line by the 7 p.m. closing time was legally permitted to vote, leading to some citizens casting ballots nearly two hours after the official deadline. Poll workers noted that such high turnout is uncommon for non-presidential elections. Some voters cited a preference for in-person voting over mail-in options to ensure their ballots were counted correctly.
Initial results remained unavailable late into the night as officials waited for the final voters to finish. Key contests under observation include the Nevada governor, the Reno mayoral race, and U.S. House District 2. Washoe County officials planned hourly updates throughout the night, with a final unofficial update expected shortly after 3 a.m. on November 4.
