Rep. Dina Titus of Nevada’s 1st Congressional District is facing growing challenges in the lead-up to the 2024 election.
With notably low fundraising numbers, raising only $122,000 in the third quarter, she has been placed on “retirement watch” by the National Journal. Moreover, Titus has been identified as the most at-risk incumbent by the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee (DCCC), landing her a spot on the Frontline Program, which provides additional fundraising and messaging support to vulnerable incumbents.
Titus, a staunch supporter of President Biden, has voted in alignment with the President’s positions 100 percent of the time. However, some of her controversial votes, including those related to COVID-19 emergency extensions and penalties for certain violent crimes, have garnered attention.
Recent polls highlight potential challenges for Titus, as President Biden’s approval ratings have dropped and gas prices in Nevada have surged. Additionally, Titus’ previous support for gas tax legislation, which automatically increased Nevada’s fuel tax in combination with federal reductions, is a point of contention.
While the Cook Political Report currently rates Titus’ district as “likely Democrat,” she will face competition from the winner of the GOP primary, which features retired U.S. Army Colonel Mark Robertson, restaurant owner Flemming Larsen, and businessman Ron Quince.
Congressional Democrats need five seats to regain the majority in 2024.
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