Drew Johnson

Drew Johnson

Republican Party

Candidate, Nevada State Treasurer

Elections and appointments

Last election

June 9, 2026

Next election

November 3, 2026

Education

High school

Science Hill High School

Bachelor's

Belmont University, 2001

Graduate

Pepperdine University, 2003

Personal

Birthplace

Johnson City, TN

Profession

Policy analyst

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Drew Johnson (Republican Party) is running for election for Nevada State Treasurer. He is on the ballot in the general election on November 3, 2026. He advanced from the Republican primary on June 9, 2026.

Johnson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. Click here to read the survey answers.

Biography

Drew Johnson was born in Johnson City, Tennessee. He earned a high school diploma from Science Hill High School. He earned a bachelor's degree from Belmont University in 2001 and a master's degree from Pepperdine University in 2003. His career experience includes working as a policy analyst.

Elections

2026

See also: Nevada Treasurer election, 2026

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for Nevada State Treasurer

Tya Mathis-Coleman (D) and Drew Johnson (R) are running in the general election for Nevada State Treasurer on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Tya Mathis-Coleman  (D)
		Drew Johnson  (R)

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Democratic primary

Democratic primary for Nevada State Treasurer

Tya Mathis-Coleman (D) defeated Joe Dalia (D) and Jay Maharjan (D) in the Democratic primary for Nevada State Treasurer on June 9, 2026.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Tya Mathis-Coleman	54.4	67,291
		Joe Dalia	32.1	39,720
		Jay Maharjan	7.8	9,606
		Other/Write-in votes	5.7%	7,032

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	There were no incumbents in this race. Vote totals may change until results are certified. Source	Total votes: 123,649
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Republican primary

Republican primary for Nevada State Treasurer

Drew Johnson (R) defeated Jeff Carter (R) in the Republican primary for Nevada State Treasurer on June 9, 2026.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Drew Johnson	45.5	80,580
		Jeff Carter	43.9	77,872
		Other/Write-in votes	10.6%	18,736

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	There were no incumbents in this race. Vote totals may change until results are certified. Source	Total votes: 177,188
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Endorsements

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Drew Johnson received the following endorsements and voter guide recommendations. To send us additional endorsements, click here.

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2024

See also: Nevada's 3rd Congressional District election, 2024

Nevada's 3rd Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Republican primary)

Nevada's 3rd Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primary)

General election

General election for U.S. House Nevada District 3

Incumbent Susie Lee defeated Drew Johnson in the general election for U.S. House Nevada District 3 on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susie Lee (D)	51.4	191,304
		Drew Johnson (R)	48.6	181,084

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 372,388
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Jon Kamerath (Independent American Party)

Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3

Incumbent Susie Lee defeated RockAthena Brittain in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3 on June 11, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Susie Lee	91.8	33,901
		RockAthena Brittain	8.2	3,036

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 36,937
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3

The following candidates ran in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 3 on June 11, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Drew Johnson	32.0	10,519
		Dan Schwartz	22.3	7,351
		Elizabeth Helgelien	20.6	6,784
		Marty O'Donnell	20.4	6,727
		Steve Schiffman	1.8	594
		Steve London	1.5	495
		Brian Nadell	1.4	446

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 32,916
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Heidi Kasama (R)

Endorsements

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Drew Johnson received the following endorsements and voter guide recommendations. To view a full list of Johnson's endorsements as published by their campaign, click here.

• U.S. Rep Mark Alford (R)
• U.S. Rep. Diana Harshbarger (R)
• Speaker Mike Johnson (R)
• U.S. Rep. Ralph Norman (R)
• State Sen. Carrie Buck (R)
• State Sen. Jeff Stone (R)
• State Assembly Member Jill Dickman (R)
• Assembly Member Danielle Gallant (R)
• State Sen. Scott Hammond (R)
• Mayor of Boulder City Joseph Hardy (R)
• Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony (R)
• Nevada Controller Andy Matthews (R)
• Frmr. U.S. Rep. Crescent Hardy
• Frmr. President Donald Trump (Republican Party, Conservative Party)
• Armed Forces Chamber
• Nevada Veterans Association
• Nevadans Citizens Action Network
• Summerlin Patriots
• Veterans for Responsible Government
• Veterans in Politics International
• Riley Gaines - Activist

Pledges

Johnson signed the following pledges.

• Americans for Tax Reform Taxpayer Protection Pledge
• U.S. Term Limits Pledge

2022

See also: Municipal elections in Clark County, Nevada (2022)

General election

General election for Clark County Commission District F

Incumbent Justin C. Jones defeated Drew Johnson in the general election for Clark County Commission District F on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Justin C. Jones (D)	50.2	53,759
		Drew Johnson (R)	49.8	53,423

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 107,182
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Democratic primary election

The Democratic primary election was canceled. Incumbent Justin C. Jones advanced from the Democratic primary for Clark County Commission District F.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Clark County Commission District F

Drew Johnson defeated Michael Campion, Jenna Waltho, and John Ovnik in the Republican primary for Clark County Commission District F on June 14, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Drew Johnson	47.6	8,037
	Submit photo	Michael Campion	27.1	4,578
	Submit photo	Jenna Waltho	20.7	3,502
	Submit photo	John Ovnik	4.5	763

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 16,880
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Campaign themes

2026

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Drew Johnson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2026. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Johnson's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

For more than 25 years, my career has focused on government finance, budgets, taxes, and accountability. I have helped author state budgets, earned a Master of Public Policy from Pepperdine University with a focus on government finance, and built a national reputation as one of America's leading government watchdogs.

My work has held lawmakers from both parties accountable, exposed billions of dollars in waste, fraud, and abuse, forced incompetent bureaucrats from office, and contributed to investigations that put corrupt lawmakers in jail. My research and policy work has been credited with saving taxpayers more than $60 billion.

That experience is especially important in Nevada. Unlike many states, Nevada has no independent statewide inspector general with broad authority to investigate waste, fraud, and abuse across state government. The Treasurer manages billions of dollars in public money, so the office needs someone willing to ask hard questions, scrutinize spending, and challenge government when taxpayers are being shortchanged.

Following the money, exposing problems, and standing up for taxpayers has defined my career. As Treasurer, my first responsibility will be protecting Nevadans’ money and making sure every dollar is treated with the care it deserves.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I will strengthen financial education to protect seniors from scams and give young Nevadans a path out of debt and generational poverty. By expanding access to clear, practical financial education and partnering with community organizations, schools, and senior services, I will help Nevadans recognize fraud, avoid predatory lending, and make smarter decisions with their money.
• Unclaimed property claims currently take an average of 91 days to review—even though state law requires the Treasurer to allow or deny a claim within 90 days. Nevadans should not have to wait months to get their own money back. I will automatically return funds when ownership can be securely verified.
• The Governor Guinn Millennium Scholarship Program will go bankrupt next year due to my opponent's mismanagement of the program. I will rescue these scholarships without raising taxes so our most promising students can remain in Nevada. (The full plan is available on my website: DrewforNevada.com)

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I've worked professionally for government and pubic policy think tanks on: government finance; tax and budget policy; tech policy; healthcare policy; reducing regulatory burdens; and improving government efficiency/exposing wasteful spending.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo

Nevada Lt. Gov. Stavros Anthony Nevada State Controller Andy Matthews Clark County Sheriff Kevin McMahill Keystone Corporation Associated General Contractors of Nevada (AGC Nevada) Associated Builders and Contractors of Nevada (ABC Nevada) Nevada Veterans Council Veterans In Politics International Armed Forces Chamber Nevada Veterans Association

Sin City Chamber of Commerce

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2024

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

Drew Johnson is a well-known government watchdog, columnist and public policy analyst.

Drew has saved taxpayers more than $60 billion in his career as a leading government watchdog. He created parental choice legislation that allowed tens of thousands of students to get an excellent education at the schools of their choice. His campaign to slash licensing burdens allowed hardworking small business owners the chance to live their American Dream.

Drew was raised by a single mother who worked two jobs in an impoverished area of rural Appalachia. After working his way through Belmont University and earning a Master of Public Policy degree from Pepperdine, he dedicated his career to creating public policy solutions rooted in limited government and individual liberty.

At just 24, Drew lived in his car while establishing the Beacon Center of Tennessee, one of America's most innovative conservative think tanks. While serving as president of the organization, he famously exposed Al Gore's hypocritical home energy consumption was 20 times the average US household.

Drew has researched tax, budget, transportation, technology, and energy policy issues at the National Taxpayers Union, the American Enterprise Institute, The Washington Times and Fox News.

Drew and his wife Sarah, who serves as the Director of Nevada's Office of Small Business Advocacy, own a small business and started the Vegas Golden Knights' beloved "Victory Flamingo" tradition.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• I’ve spent my career identifying wasteful spending and working with members of Congress to save taxpayers billions. That experience makes me better prepared than anyone in Southern Nevada to tackle our inflation crisis.

  We must reform entitlements and slash excessive discretionary spending on foreign aid and pork projects. Reducing these expenses will cut our interest payments – the fastest-rising portion of our federal spending.

  Failed green energy policies have artificially curbed the supply of oil and natural gas, increasing the price of almost everything Nevadans buy. I will vote to cut red tape that discourages domestic energy production. And I will fight to end senseless trade wars that increased the cost of many imported goods.
• Open borders are a security threat that invites deadly drugs and human trafficking into our country. A third of NV-3 is comprised of first and second-generation legal immigrants. Failed politicians like Joe Biden and Susie Lee have disrespected these immigrants who followed the law by allowing criminals to cut line. I support deporting illegal immigrants by increasing cooperation between federal immigration enforcement agencies and local law enforcement to identify and apprehend illegal immigrants.
• If we don’t take immediate action, Social Security benefits will be slashed by 23% in 2035. I want my legacy in Congress to be the person who saved Social Security. I will propose overhauling Social Security’s outdated method of calculating cost of living increases, which would solve 20% of Social Security’s long-term fiscal insolvency. In research I performed for the Heritage Foundation, I also discovered that we can save more than $20 billion annually by creating programs that incentivize people who receive Social Security Disability Insurance benefits to return to work, even in a limited capacity. Unlike Susie Lee, I will fight to preserve our seniors’ Medicare Advantage plans that have been under attack by the Biden administration.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

I am best-known for researching tax and budget policies at the National Taxpayers Union, Citizens Against Government Waste, and the Taxpayers Protection Alliance. My passion for exposing wasteful spending and ensuring government is respectful of taxpayers' money is rooted in my childhood. I lived in a poor area that was the focus of numerous government programs. But that money was often wasted and those government programs never improved the lives of my family or any of the people in my community. I also served as the national director of Protect Internet Freedom, where I extensively researched tech policy and intellectual property rights. More recently, I've focused on drug pricing, and transportation and energy issues.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

"The Road to Serfdom" by Friedrich Hayek and "Capitalism and Freedom" by Milton Friedman

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

The single most important characteristic for an elected official is an understanding of, and respect for, the proper role of their position as defined by the guiding document of that position, whether it's the U.S. Constitution, a state constitution, or a city charter. In the case of a member of the U.S. House of Representatives, that supreme law is the United States Constitution.

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

According to the Constitution, Congress' core responsibilities are organizing the executive and judicial branches, raising revenue, declaring war, and making all laws necessary for carrying out those powers. But, in my view, members of Congress also have a responsibility to carry out those responsibilities while restricting the size, scope, and cost of government in order to ensure the government does not encroach on the rights and liberties of its citizens.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

The explosion of the Challenger. I was 6 years old and school was cancelled due to a snow storm. I was watching live and I remember exactly where I was.

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

I was a bagger at the Food Lion in Johnson City, TN, for a year. I was responsible for the back-breaking task of mopping an entire supermarket every night.

What qualities does the U.S. House of Representatives possess that makes it unique as an institution?

The short length of its terms, the responsibility to represent the unique needs of constituents rather than all people of a state (in most cases, anyway), and the requirement that spending bills originate in the House are what sets the House apart from other legislative bodies.

Do you believe that it's beneficial for representatives to have previous experience in government or politics?

In order to be an effective representative for constituents, knowledge of the mechanics of the government and experience with a number of areas of public policy is absolutely essential. Otherwise, it will be impossible to establish the respect and influence necessary to be an effective legislator.

What do you perceive to be the United States' greatest challenges as a nation over the next decade?

While there are sexier topics, the most important issue is the national debt.

As the U.S. federal debt climbs above $34 trillion, exceeding the nation's annual economic output, it's crucial to understand the real impact for the economy, business investments, and government policy. Firstly, higher debt means higher interest costs. As the government borrows more, it must pay more in interest. Projections by the Congressional Budget Office suggest that interest payments could consume a staggering 40 percent of federal revenues by 2052. This leaves policymakers facing tough choices about what to programs to cut in order to service the debt.

Moreover, mounting debt drives up interest rates. For every 1 percentage point increase in the federal debt-to-GDP ratio, interest rates could rise significantly, potentially adding $30 trillion in interest costs over three decades. This could lead to investor concerns about the government's ability to manage its debt, resulting in even higher Treasury yields and exacerbating the problem.

Foreign investors, who hold a substantial portion of U.S. debt, would also be affected as interest rates climb. This would lead to increased interest payments leaving the country, reducing America's net international income and potentially weakening its global economic position. Additionally, as the government competes for funds, private investments suffer. Savings that could otherwise fuel productive ventures like startups and research are diverted to Treasury securities, stifling economic growth and income potential.

Growing debt burdens, escalating interest costs, and diminished private investments paint a troubling picture for the nation's future.

Do you believe that two years is the right term length for representatives?

Yes. Although the prospect of a continuous election cycle is daunting, the ability of constituents to hold representatives accountable every two years allows voters to directly impact government in a way that is found nowhere else at the federal level.

What are your thoughts on term limits?

I proudly signed the U.S. Term Limits pledge to cosponsor and vote for the U.S. Term Limits Amendment of three House terms and two Senate terms.

Is there a particular representative, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

I tend to respect fiscally conservative, free market-oriented lawmakers who are considered knowledgeable about policy issues and shy away from creating chaos or bringing attention to themselves. Justin Amash, Gary Palmer, Thomas Massie, and Tom McClintock are recent/current examples.

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

Yes, but not at the expense of threatening constitutionally protected rights and liberties or betraying my guiding principles.

What organizations or individuals have endorsed your campaign?

Riley Gaines; Rep. Diana Harshbarger; Rep. Ralph Norman; Rep. Mark Alford; former Rep. Cresent Hardy; Nevada Lieutenant Governor Stavros Anthony; former Nevada Govenor Bob List; Nevada Controller Andy Matthews; Boulder City Mayor Joe Hardy; Nevada State Senator Jeff Stone; Nevada State Senator Carrie Buck; Nevada Assemblywoman jill Dickman; Nevada Assemblywoman Danielle Gallant; Nevada Assemblyman Ken Gray; Henderson (NV) Councilwoman Carrie Cox; Nevada Veterans Association; Veterans in Politics International; Armed Forces Chamber; Veterans for Responsible Government; Nevadans CAN (Citizen Action Network); and many more.

What committees interest you?

Based on what I've researched and written about in my years working as a scholar and policy analyst at think tanks and as a journalist, I would be able to bring the most experience and understanding to Ways and Means; the Budget; Energy and Commerce; Foreign Affairs; the Judiciary; or Transportation and Infrastructure.

What are your views on financial transparency and government accountability?

I has traveled the world teaching journalists, citizen activists, bloggers and taxpayers how to hold their government accountable using open records and other tools to improve government transparency. As a government watchdog and investigative journalist, I have forced corrupt lawmakers from office, exposed unethical and hypocritical behavior by some of the world’s most famous politicians, and fought to increase transparency from small town governments all the way to the United Nations. I believe that, when it comes to government, sunlight truly is the best disinfectant. I pledge to be the most open and transparent elected official in America – and will force other members of Congress to follow his lead.

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Campaign website

Johnson's campaign website stated the following:

“	Inflation & the Economy Americans are hurting because of bad policy decisions made by our leaders in Washington. For too long, our federal government has been printing money we don’t have to pay for things we don’t need. The result is the dramatic inflation that is devastating our country. There is no one better prepared to tackle this challenge. As one of America’s best-known and most-effective government watchdogs, Drew has exposed billions of dollars in wasteful government spending and saved taxpayers more than $60 billion in my career. Transparency & Accountability Drew has traveled the world teaching journalists, citizen activists, bloggers and taxpayers how to hold their government accountable using open records and other tools to improve government transparency. As a government watchdog and investigative journalist, Drew has forced corrupt lawmakers from office, exposed unethical and hypocritical behavior by some of the world’s most famous politicians, and fought to increase transparency from small town governments all the way to the United Nations. Drew believes that, when it comes to government, sunlight truly is the best disinfectant. He pledges to be the most open and transparent elected official in America – and will force other members of Congress to follow his lead. Social Security Drew will stand up for America’s seniors and ensure they receive the Social Security benefits they worked for their whole lives, while making the program solvent for future generations. Energy America’s electric and fuel prices are soaring because our leaders have turned their backs on abundant, cleaner-burning natural gas in favor of unreliable, heavily subsidized, and unbelievably expensive green energy options. Environmentally friendly energy sources have their place, but not at the expense of dramatically increasing the cost of living for lower-income Americans. Immigration It is crucial that we secure our southern border to stop the flow of violent cartels, human traffickers, and deadly Fentanyl into our communities, while making it easier to welcome immigrants willing to come into the country legally to live their American Dream. Public Safety Everyone deserves to feel safe and protected. Defunding the police is simply not the solution to maintaining the accountable, responsible, and effective police department our community demands. Drew is unwavering in his support of law enforcement, fire and rescue, paramedics, corrections, and the military, and will ensure that resources needed by our First Responders are not diverted to less vital programs. Education Drew is a tireless defender of parental choice and competition in education, as well as an ardent believer that the best teachers should be paid like the highly skilled professionals they are. He believes a one-size-fits-all approach to teaching our children has failed, leaving the Clark County School District among the worst-performing school districts in America. While Congress is limited in its ability to directly improve the options available to the county’s teachers, parents and students, Drew will be a powerful voice in the fight to improve education through choice and accountability. Housing & Land Use The lack of affordable housing is one of the most serious issues facing Southern Nevada. While housing prices are up across the United States, Clark County’s lack of housing supply is unique. The federal government owns or controls 89% of all land in Clark County. As a result, new construction is extremely limited, meaning supply has no way of keeping up with demand. The result is skyrocketing home prices, a huge increase in the homeless population, and home ownership becoming an impossible dream for too many young, minority, and lower-income residents. While some federal land is slowly being made available for development, Drew will encourage the Bureau of Land Management to release more property to private hands, while continuing to protect land designated for natural resource conservation and recreation. This will put homes within reach for Southern Nevada’s residents. Small Business As a small business owner who has dealt with the realities of making payroll and finding quality employees, Drew understands what it means to work hard and make tough decisions. Drew will work tirelessly to streamline regulations and reduce the hassle of government so it’s easier for small business owners to accomplish their dreams. Decency & Unity The biggest challenge facing America today are the rifts created by our politicians, media, and special interests to divide us based on class, race, political party, religion, gender, and any other distinct characteristics we may have. As a member of Congress, Drew will work to unite our communities and safeguard those who are vulnerable. In these divisive times, we must elect people willing to heal wounds, celebrate our differences without dividing us, and govern without abusing power.	”
—Drew Johnson’s campaign website (2024)

2022

Ballotpedia survey responses

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

I am a well-known government waste expert and national columnist. As a taxpayer advocate and budget watchdog, I have exposed hundreds of billions of dollars in waste, fraud and abuse of taxpayers’ money at all levels of government that has led directly to reduced spending and lower taxes.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Proven conservative record as a government watchdog, saving taxpayers millions, while assuring government operates transparently.
• Committed to making Clark County a safe place to live, work, and visit by supporting law enforcement and demanding accountability.
• Reduce taxes, fees, and red tape burdening job creators and suffocating small businesses.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Growing up, my mother worked two jobs to make sure my sister and I never went without. Watching her commitment to remain free from government handouts and strive to create a better life for us is one of the reasons I became interested in helping people through public policy. I ultimately went to school for public policy and now work at public policy think tanks.

Once I began my career, I became passionate about exposing corruption and wasteful spending, reducing taxes and fees, and increasing government transparency and accountability. I get a thrill out of standing up for citizens and preventing lawmakers from abusing their power. As a result, tax and budget policy, along with issues related to regulations and transparency are most exciting to me.

I’m excited by the possibility of using my position as a County Commissioner to directly reduce the burden of government on its citizens and hold government accountable.

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Drew Johnson campaign contribution history

Year	Office	Status	Contributions	Expenditures
2024	U.S. House Nevada District 3	Lost general	$1,504,534	$1,494,372
Grand total			$1,504,534	$1,494,372
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