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Representative in Congress District 2
Primary election
Congressional District 2, NevadaEnded 6/9/2026
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Representative in Congress District 2
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Johnny E. Kerns
Retired homicide investigatorUnknown
Carson City, NV
About
Johnny E. Kerns is a Democratic candidate vying for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District in the 2026 U.S. House election. A retired homicide investigator and true-crime author, Kerns brings experience from the U.S. Department of Justice and prior service as a Justice of the Peace. He also previously ran for State Senate in 2024. Kerns, who holds a degree in forensic psychology, emphasizes his seasoned leadership is essential for navigating Congress. His platform prioritizes addressing the federal deficit, economic revitalization, affordable healthcare, and tackling the housing crisis. He advocates for reducing regressive taxation and improving education through spending efficacy, not just increased funding, while promoting transparency and bipartisan consensus.
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