LAS VEGAS — As Nevada approaches the November 3, 2026 midterm election, Secretary of State Francisco Aguilar highlighted the state’s commitment to election integrity and voter accessibility. Aguilar appeared on News 3 on Friday, the final day of in‑person early voting, to explain the safeguards that make Nevada’s ballots among the most secure in the country.
Early‑voting deadline and Election Day details
Early voting ends today, giving Nevadans a final chance to cast their ballots in person before Election Day. Polls will open at 7 a.m. and close at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 3. Voters who are still in line at 7 p.m. will be allowed to finish voting, ensuring that no eligible citizen is turned away.
Federal review of voter rolls
Recent federal officials reported that more than 15,000 names on Nevada’s voter rolls appeared to belong to illegal immigrants. After a thorough state‑level review, that list was reduced to 185 individuals. State officials examined each case and confirmed that every one of those 185 people is an American citizen eligible to vote.
Legal consequences and verification process
Aguilar reminded listeners that it is a felony for an illegal immigrant to vote in Nevada. When a person registers, they must attest to their eligibility, after which the registration undergoes an identification verification process. This dual‑step system helps keep the voter rolls accurate while preserving the right of every qualified citizen to participate.
Why Nevada’s elections are among the safest
“Nevada runs some of the safest, most secure and accessible elections in the country,” Aguilar said. He cited the state’s use of modern voter‑verification technology, robust training for poll workers, and transparent post‑election audits as key components of that security.
Political context
Aguilar, a Democrat, is seeking re‑election to continue overseeing Nevada’s elections. While the Secretary of State’s office is nonpartisan in its administration of voting, the upcoming race underscores the importance of trusted election officials in a politically charged environment. The Trump administration has repeatedly emphasized the need for election security nationwide, a stance that aligns with Aguilar’s focus on safeguarding Nevada’s ballots.
Looking ahead
With the midterm election only weeks away, Nevada officials encourage all eligible voters to verify their registration status, review polling locations, and consider early‑voting options. The state’s emphasis on both security and accessibility aims to ensure that every citizen’s voice is heard without compromising the integrity of the process.
News 3 reached out to other candidates for the Secretary of State office for comment on election security, but responses were not received at the time of publication.
Original reporting: News 3 KSNV Las Vegas (local) — read the source article.
