Trump-backed Las Vegas Sheriff Tops Democrat for Nevada Govt. - Nevada's governor has been elected to office a career sheriff and police officer in Las Vegas, who was supported by President Donald Trump. Republican Joe Lombardo, a career police officer-turned-elected sheriff in Las Vegas who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, has been elected governor in Nevada. Lombardo stated that he had dedicated his life to serving the community and was now honored to be the next governor of the state. This statement was made shortly after Steve Sisolak, the Democratic incumbent, conceded defeat. Sisolak commented that "it appears…