Trump-Endorsed Carrie Buck Wins NV-01 Primary, Challenges Democrat Dina Titus in Key House Race

Nevada State Senator Carrie Buck has secured the Republican nomination for Nevada’s 1st Congressional District. On Tuesday, Buck emerged victorious from a competitive primary field, triumphing over businessman Michael Boris and other contenders. Her win sets the stage for a high-stakes general election challenge against long-serving Democratic Representative Dina Titus this November.

Buck’s triumph is a direct result of significant backing, including key endorsements from former President Donald Trump and Nevada Governor Joe Lombardo. She also garnered crucial support from national Republican organizations, all keenly focused on expanding and protecting the GOP’s majority in the U.S. House of Representatives.

A respected educator and former school principal, Carrie Buck represents a Henderson-area district in the Nevada Senate. She officially entered the CD1 race in 2025, emphasizing that her extensive background in education and state government provides the necessary experience to effectively challenge Rep. Titus.

Buck’s campaign narrative often highlighted her perspective as a ‘Minivan Mom,’ aiming to put the Democratic incumbent, Dina Titus, ‘on notice’ in what has become a top GOP target district. Supporters resonate with her message, with some stating, ‘She has done nothing for us.’

The primary contest in Nevada’s 1st Congressional District featured a diverse Republican field. In addition to Buck and Boris, candidates included former pastor and educator Jim Blockey, Rick Saga, and Marie Encar Arnold.

From the outset, Carrie Buck’s campaign demonstrated a strong financial position, maintaining a substantial fundraising advantage. This, coupled with her strategic endorsements, led many Nevada political observers to view her as the clear frontrunner heading into Election Day.

Fellow Republican primary candidate Michael Boris had championed the idea of an outsider candidate to unseat Titus, frequently criticizing Buck as an ‘establishment-backed’ contender.

The broader context of Buck’s win aligns with national Republican efforts, as the House GOP campaign arm has launched programs like ‘MAGA Majority’ specifically designed to boost Trump-aligned candidates in key races nationwide.

Attention now turns to the general election, which will unfold in Nevada’s 1st Congressional District (CD1). While historically favoring Democrats, recent redistricting efforts have made this district significantly more competitive. The Cook Political Report currently rates the race as ‘Likely Democrat,’ acknowledging Rep. Titus’ incumbency and the district’s lean, yet Republican optimism is notably increasing.

Nevada’s CD1 encompasses key areas including much of eastern Las Vegas, Henderson, and surrounding communities. With a Cook Partisan Voting Index of D+2, it has been a Democratic stronghold, represented by Dina Titus since 2013. Republicans have not captured this seat since former Rep. John Ensign’s departure in 1999, making Buck’s challenge particularly significant.

Representative Titus, who also fended off her own primary challengers, is anticipated to enter the general election campaign with a considerable fundraising lead. Nevertheless, Republicans are confident that Carrie Buck represents their strongest contender yet to seriously compete and potentially flip this increasingly competitive Nevada district.

The forthcoming general election promises a compelling battle between Buck and Titus. Rep. Titus, a seasoned Democrat, has served the district since 2013 and remains one of Nevada’s most established and influential political figures, setting up a closely watched contest in CD1.

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