John J. Lee (Nevada)
John J. Lee (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Nevada's 4th Congressional District. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 5, 2024. He advanced from the Republican primary on June 11, 2024.
Lee was the Mayor of North Las Vegas in Nevada. He assumed office on July 1, 2013. He left office on November 30, 2022.
Biography
John J. Lee's career experience includes owning and working as the president of Vegas Plumbing Service and Champion Tile and Marble, and working as a stockholder and director of Nevada First Bank and the senior vice president of a financial services company. Lee has served on the executive board of the Boy Scouts of America, as the chair of the Clark County Regional Shooting Range, and as a member of the Las Vegas Parking and Traffic Commission, the Clark County Planning Steering Committee, the Las Vegas Parks and Recreation Board, and the Citizens' Advisory Commission of the Las Vegas Valley Water District.[1][2][3][4]
On April 6, 2021, Lee announced that he was changing his party affiliation from Democratic to Republican. He said of the Democratic Party, "It’s not the party that I grew up with 25 years ago in this environment and it’s not the party that I can stand with anymore."[5]
Elections
2024
See also: Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2024
Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primary)
Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Nevada District 4
Incumbent Steven Horsford, John J. Lee, Russell Best, and Timothy Ferreira are running in the general election for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | ||
 | Steven Horsford (D) | |
 | John J. Lee (R) | |
 | Russell Best (Independent American Party) | |
 | Timothy Ferreira (L) | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4
Incumbent Steven Horsford defeated Levy Shultz in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Steven Horsford | 90.4 | 25,477 |
 | Levy Shultz | 9.6 | 2,719 | |
| Total votes: 28,196 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4
John J. Lee defeated David Flippo and Bruce Frazey in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | John J. Lee | 48.4 | 16,384 |
 | David Flippo | 45.1 | 15,266 | |
 | Bruce Frazey | 6.4 | 2,179 | |
| Total votes: 33,829 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Alberto Orozco (R)
Endorsements
Lee received the following endorsements. To send us additional endorsements, click here.
- Former President Donald Trump (R)
2022
See also: Nevada gubernatorial election, 2022
General election
General election for Governor of Nevada
Joe Lombardo defeated incumbent Steve Sisolak, Brandon Davis, and Edward Bridges II in the general election for Governor of Nevada on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Joe Lombardo (R) | 48.8 | 497,377 |
 | Steve Sisolak (D) | 47.3 | 481,991 | |
 | Brandon Davis (L) | 1.5 | 14,919 | |
 | Edward Bridges II (Independent American Party) | 1.0 | 9,918 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.5 | 14,866 | ||
| Total votes: 1,019,071 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Bradley Beck (Independent)
- Monique Richardson (Independent)
- Austin Billings (Independent)
Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for Governor of Nevada
Incumbent Steve Sisolak defeated Tom Collins in the Democratic primary for Governor of Nevada on June 14, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Steve Sisolak | 89.5 | 157,283 |
 | Tom Collins | 6.9 | 12,051 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 3.6 | 6,340 | ||
| Total votes: 175,674 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for Governor of Nevada
The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for Governor of Nevada on June 14, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Joe Lombardo | 38.4 | 87,761 |
 | Joey Gilbert | 27.0 | 61,738 | |
 | Dean Heller | 14.0 | 32,087 | |
| John J. Lee | 7.8 | 17,846 | |
 | Guy Nohra | 3.7 | 8,348 | |
 | Fred Simon Jr. | 3.0 | 6,856 | |
 | Tom Heck | 1.9 | 4,315 | |
 | Eddie Hamilton | 0.6 | 1,293 | |
 | Amber Whitley | 0.5 | 1,238 | |
 | William Walls | 0.4 | 833 | |
 | Gary Evertsen | 0.2 | 558 | |
 | Seven Achilles Evans | 0.2 | 475 | |
| Edward O'Brien | 0.2 | 422 | |
 | Barak Zilberberg | 0.2 | 352 | |
 | Stan Lusak | 0.1 | 229 | |
| Other/Write-in votes | 1.8 | 4,219 | ||
| Total votes: 228,570 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Michele Fiore (R)
2017
The city of North Las Vegas, Nevada, held a primary election for mayor and city council on April 4, 2017. A general election was scheduled for June 13, 2017. The filing deadline for candidates who wished to run in this election was February 3, 2017.
The mayor's seat and the Ward 1 and Ward 3 seats on the city council were up for election in the primary. The Ward 3 race advanced to the general election. Incumbent John J. Lee defeated Gary Bouchard and DeQuincy Taylor in the primary election for mayor of North Las Vegas.[6]
| Mayor of North Las Vegas, Primary Election, 2017 | ||
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| Candidate | Vote % | Votes |
 John J. Lee Incumbent |
80.77% | 6,724 |
| Gary Bouchard | 10.20% | 849 |
| DeQuincy Taylor | 9.03% | 752 |
| Total Votes | 8,325 | |
| Source: Clark County Elections, "2017 Municipal Primary Election - Official Final Results," accessed May 1, 2017 | ||
Endorsements
Lee received endorsements from the following in 2017:
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2013On April 2, 2013, Lee defeated incumbent Shari Buck and two other candidates for Mayor of North Las Vegas.
2012Nevada Senate
Lee ran in the 2012 election for Nevada State Senate, District 1. Lee was defeated by Patricia Spearman in the June 12 primary election.[9][10][11][12]
U.S. HouseOn August 1, 2011, Lee declared his candidacy for U.S. House of Representatives.[13] Lee said he would run in the newly created 4th Congressional district. Ultimately, he opted to run for re-election to the state senate, leaving Steven Horsford, the State Senate Majority Leader, unopposed in the Democratic primary.[14] 2008
On November 4, 2008, Lee won re-election to the Clark 1 District Seat in the Nevada State Senate, defeating Ron McGinnis (R) and Lance Hinton (Independent American) in the general election.[15]
2004
On November 2, 2004, Lee won election to the Clark 1 Senatorial District Seat in the Nevada State Senate, defeating Ray Shaffer (R).[16]
2000
In November 2000, Lee won re-election to the Clark 3 District Seat in the Nevada Assembly, defeating Kefty Eaton (R).[17]
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Campaign themes
2024
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Campaign website
Lee’s campaign website stated the following:
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ECONOMY With a background as a business owner and entrepreneur who started from humble beginnings, Lee understands the importance of job creation and economic growth. He is an advocate of pro-business policies, reducing burdensome regulations for business owners and employees, and fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurship. His successful tenure as Mayor of North Las Vegas, during which he saved the city from bankruptcy, adds to his wealth of experience. Lee will draw on that experience to tackle our local and national economic challenges and debt.
Lee is dedicated to implementing comprehensive strategies to address crime and enhance public safety. He believes in supporting law enforcement, investing in community policing initiatives, and promoting collaborative efforts between local, state and federal agencies. Under his leadership, crime rates dropped by more than 32% in North Las Vegas and he plans to use his proven leadership in crisis management to extend solutions beyond reactive measures. These include proactively addressing root causes of crime by promoting job creation, educational opportunities, and community engagement. Lee is poised to make our neighborhoods safer and more resilient.
Understanding the profound impact of mental health on individuals, families, and communities, Lee prioritizes increased access to mental health services and treatment. His compassionate approach involves destigmatizing mental health issues and fostering a supportive environment for those in need. By allocating resources to mental health programs, promoting awareness, and fighting for comprehensive policies, he aims to strengthen and help create a more resilient society where no one is left behind.
Lee is committed to addressing the root cause of the housing crisis. He advocates for a multifaceted approach, including incentivizing private sector investment in affordable housing, streamlining regulatory processes, and promoting responsible urban planning.
John adamantly advocates for the pivotal role parents hold in shaping their children’s learning experiences. As a conservative leader, he firmly believes that parents should have the authority to make decisions about their kids’ education. He champions improving education by expanding choices, whether through dynamic charter schools, adaptable homeschooling options, or other innovative avenues. His goal is to provide diverse opportunities for the next generation of leaders, ensuring each child has the chance to thrive in the educational environment of their choosing.
Throughout John’s political career, he has always been an avid promoter of the Second Amendment right to bear arms. In 2008, Lee was named Legislator of the Year for the nation by both the NRA and Sportshooters of America. He will continue to support policies that allow our citizens to safely protect themselves and their families.
The situation taking place in Israel and Gaza is heartbreaking. The devastating impact this terrorism and violence is having on the world is an affront to the freedoms we hold dear. The alarming rise of Anti-Semitism, hate and overall religious persecution have no place in America. All faiths are important and valuable, and John believes it is critical to take a stand and create a place where faiths can exist harmoniously. He prays for a future where there can be peace in both Israel and Gaza.
Illegal immigration causes strain on public resources, taxpayer dollars, contributes to increased crime rates, and more. Nevadans and American citizens will always come first, and John will always fight to protect them. He encourages legal immigration and will support ways to streamline the legal immigration process. [18] |
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| —John J. Lee’s campaign website (2024)[19] | ||
2022
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Campaign website
Lee's campaign website stated the following:
2017
Lee told the Las Vegas Review-Journal that he would prioritize strengthening the city's bond rating and budget, diversifying the job market, and encouraging business development if re-elected in 2017. He said, "My goal is to continue with the progress we've been making. Re-engineering an existing community is probably the most exciting thing that someone with business experience could ask for."[3]
Campaign finance summary
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Committee assignments
2011-2012
In the 2011-2012 legislative session, Lee served on these committees:
2009-2010
In the 2009-2010 legislative session, Lee served on these committees:
Scorecards
Nevada Policy Research Institute
The Nevada Policy Research Institute, a Nevada-based conservative-libertarian think tank, releases a "Legislative Report Card" evaluating members of the Nevada State Legislature on "each lawmaker's voting record on legislation impacting the degree of economic freedom and education reform." Bills determined by the Institute to be of greater significance are weighted accordingly. According to the Institute, "a legislator with a score above 50 is considered to be an ally of economic liberty."[21]
2011
Lee received a score of 32.23 percent in the 2011 report card, ranking 48th out of all 63 Nevada State Legislature members.[21]
Noteworthy events
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Lee announced on May 17, 2021, that he tested positive for COVID-19.[22]
See also
2024 Elections
External links
Footnotes
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<ref>tag; no text was provided for refs namedfacebookbio - ↑ 3.0 3.1 Las Vegas Review-Journal, "North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee Would Not Seek 3rd Term If Re-Elected," March 23, 2017
- ↑ City of North Las Vegas, "Mayor John J Lee," accessed May 3, 2022
- ↑ Las Vegas Review-Journal, "North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee says he’s becoming a Republican," April 6, 2021
- ↑ City of North Las Vegas, "2017 Election Candidates & Reports," accessed February 4, 2017
- ↑ Culinary Workers Union Local 226, "2017 Municipal Election Endorsements," March 21, 2017
- ↑ Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Commerce, "Metro Chamber Announces Endorsements in Municipal Elections," March 16, 2017
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "2012 Primary Candidates," accessed May 6, 2014
- ↑ Clark County, "2012 Primary Candidates," accessed May 6, 2014
- ↑ Washoe County, "2012 General Election candidates," accessed May 5, 2014(Archived)
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "Official Results of the 2012 Primary Election," accessed April 23, 2014
- ↑ www.kolotv.com, "State Sen. John Lee Enters Nevada 2012 House Race," August 1, 2011
- ↑ Las Vegas Review Journal, "Lee to challenge Horsford in Democratic primary," October 17, 2011
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "2008 General Election Results," accessed May 5, 2014
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "2004 General Election Results," accessed November 20, 2014
- ↑ Nevada Secretary of State, "2000 General Election Results," accessed May 5, 2014
- ↑ 18.0 18.1 Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ John Lee for Nevada, “Issues,” accessed June 7, 2024
- ↑ John Lee For Governor 2022, “Home,” accessed April 25, 2022
- ↑ 21.0 21.1 Nevada Policy Research Institute, "The 2011 Nevada Legislative Session Review & Report Card," accessed May 5, 2014
- ↑ News 3 LV, "North Las Vegas Mayor John Lee says he's positive for COVID-19," May 17, 2021
| Political offices | ||
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| Preceded by - |
Mayor of North Las Vegas 2013-2022 |
Succeeded by Pamela A. Goynes-Brown |
| Preceded by - |
Nevada State Senate District 1 2004-2012 |
Succeeded by - |
| Preceded by - |
Nevada State Assembly District 3 1997-2001 |
Succeeded by - |
