The former president praised Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris and derided Republican Donald Trump as voting began in a key electoral state

Attendees will encounter someone in their daily life who says they liked the economy under Trump, Obama said. When that happens, Obama urged

“You have to drive all your friends out,” Michael McDonald, the chair of the Nevada Republican Party, said at a rally to promote early voting, where about 50 people joined the state’s Republican nominee for Senate, Sam Brown, and other politicians. “Act like they owe you money. Get them out to vote.”

Lines were winding and parking lots were overflowing Saturday as Las Vegas voters proudly cast their ballots on the first day of Nevada’s general election. After months of campaigning and a barrage of political advertisements,

Early voting runs through Nov. 1. The Sun encourages all residents to take part in the process. Here's where you can vote early in person. All sites also accept completed mail ballots. These mail ballot drop-off locations are open on select dates between Oct.