Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones Won't Seek 2026 Re-Election

Clark County Commissioner Justin Jones announced he will not seek re-election to his District F seat in 2026, citing the rigors of another campaign and discussions with his family. Jones pledged to work toward electing another Democrat to continue the progress made in Southern Nevada. His decision follows a contentious legal battle involving an $80 million settlement paid by the county to developer Jim Rhodes' Gypsum Resources, as well as a State Bar of Nevada disciplinary panel's decision to reprimand Jones rather than disbar him amid allegations related to deleted text messages and misconduct. Republican Heidi Kasama has announced her candidacy for the seat, while other Republicans like Becky Harris have also expressed interest. Victoria Seaman, who had planned to run, withdrew to take a federal position in the Trump administration. Jones, who has a history of public service including time in the state senate, faced political and legal challenges linked to development near Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area, which contributed to the political pressure surrounding his seat.