Donald Trump, the former President, secured victory in Nevada on Saturday, marking a significant shift as the state reverted to the Republican column along with its six electoral votes for the first time since George W. Bush won it in 2004.

Both Trump and Democrat Kamala Harris made numerous campaign appearances throughout the state in the lead-up to the election. Nevada’s landscape is predominantly rural, which heavily favored Trump in the 2020 election. However, key populous areas, specifically Washoe and Clark counties, were won by Democrat Joe Biden during that election cycle. Clark County, which encompasses Las Vegas, houses approximately three-quarters of Nevada’s population.

The announcement of Trump’s victory came promptly at 12:15 a.m. EST from news organizations, highlighting the importance of Nevada in the overall electoral map.

The results reflect the ongoing political dynamics within the state, illustrating the divide between rural and urban voters. This development is likely to influence future campaigns and the strategies employed by both parties as they seek to appeal to the diverse electorate that Nevada represents.