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County Judge/Executive, Clark County
- Vote for
- 1
- Term
- 4 years
- Candidates
- 2
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
What this office does: The county judge/executive is Clark County's chief executive and presides over the fiscal court: the judge/executive prepares the county budget, oversees county government and administration, and represents the county on boards and commissions.
Taxes & budget
Justin CharlesRepublican
- Pledges to review county spending regularly and balance budget
- Opposes raising taxes unless needed to balance budget
Vaché L. KingDemocratic
- Proposes a high-level analysis of county finances
Economy & jobs
Justin CharlesRepublican
- Supports stronger economic development and job opportunities
Vaché L. KingDemocratic
- Supports infill reuse of empty buildings for jobs
Environment & parks
Justin CharlesRepublican
- Opposes limiting what landowners can do with their land
Vaché L. KingDemocratic
- Supports a cautious approach to data centers
Health & human services
Justin CharlesRepublican
No documented position found.
Vaché L. KingDemocratic
- Supports local collaboration to address substance abuse
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