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Susie
Lee

Democratic incumbent Susie Lee seeks re-election to represent Nevada's 3rd Congressional District in 2026.

Background

Susie Lee is the Democratic U.S. Representative for Nevada's 3rd Congressional District, having served in that role since 2019. She was born in Canton, Ohio, and has lived in Las Vegas since 1993. 12

Before entering Congress, Lee built a career in education-focused nonprofit work. She founded After School All Stars in Las Vegas and later served as president of Communities in Schools of Nevada. 1

Lee earned a bachelor's degree in policy and management (1989) and a master's degree in public policy and management (1990), both from Carnegie Mellon University. 7

Lee is the incumbent candidate seeking re-election in the November 2026 general election for Nevada's 3rd Congressional District. 25

At a glance

Party
Democratic · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. House · District 3, Nevada
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Representative for Nevada's 3rd Congressional District
Website
susielee.house.gov(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 11
    news
    Trump-aligned super PAC reported to have put more than $3M into ads supporting O'Donnell

    Deseret News reported that a Trump-aligned super PAC had placed more than $3 million into advertising supporting O'Donnell in NV-03, and that Trump had featured O'Donnell at a September Republican midterm convention.

    Nevada could buck the blue wave. Here's how · Oct 11, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 10
    filing
    Lee and Sen. Cortez Masto reintroduce bill to help human trafficking survivors travel without ID

    Lee and Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto announced the reintroduction of a bill intended to help trafficking survivors travel by air without identification documents. The measure was proposed, not enacted.

    Press Release: Susie Lee and Catherine Cortez Masto Reintroduce Bill to Aid Human Trafficking Survivors | Stock News · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 9
    poll
    Cook Political Report shifts NV-03 from 'Lean Democrat' to 'Likely Democrat'

    Cook Political Report moved its rating for Nevada's 3rd District from 'Lean Democrat' to 'Likely Democrat' as part of a broader shift of 18 House races toward Democrats. This is a forecaster's assessment, not a poll or election result.

    Cook Political Report tilts 18 House races toward Democrats - Axios · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    filing
    Lee and Rep. Salazar introduce bipartisan Nonprofit Security Grant Program Funding Improvement Act

    Lee and Rep. María Elvira Salazar announced a bipartisan bill that would allow eligible organizations to receive certain federal security-grant funds in advance rather than seeking reimbursement after paying costs. The bill was proposed, not enacted.

    Susie Lee, María Elvira Salazar Introduce Bill to Change ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 5
    endorsement
    Culinary Union October endorsement guide reaffirms support for Susie Lee

    The Culinary Union's 2026 midterm endorsement guide, published October 5, repeated its endorsement of Lee for Congress in Nevada's 3rd District.

    2026 MIDTERM ENDORSEMENT GUIDE | Culinary Union Local 226 · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 1
    news
    Lee marks anniversary of Las Vegas mass shooting, highlights gun-safety work

    Lee posted that she attended a remembrance with Clark County and LVMPD on the anniversary of the Las Vegas mass shooting, pointing to her work on the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act.

    Congresswoman Susie Lee · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 29
    endorsement
    Culinary Union formally endorses Susie Lee in its statewide 2026 endorsement announcement

    The Culinary Union's statewide endorsement statement included Lee as its endorsed candidate for Congress in Nevada's 3rd District.

    News · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 21
    news
    Republicans promote 'no tax on tips' in NV-03; Lee disputes the policy framing

    PBS NewsHour reported that Republicans were promoting the federal 'no tax on tips' policy to target Lee's seat. Lee and other Nevada Democrats argued for changes to the policy. The report also noted Lee had the support of the Culinary Workers Union, which represents 60,000 hospitality workers in Nevada.

    Republicans target Las Vegas congressional seat touting ... · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 21
    endorsement
    Culinary Workers Union backing of Susie Lee reported by PBS NewsHour

    PBS NewsHour reported that Lee had secured the support of the Culinary Workers Union in her re-election race against Marty O'Donnell.

    Republicans target Las Vegas congressional seat touting ... · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 17
    news
    Trump-aligned PAC commits $3.2M to ads backing O'Donnell; Lee held $3.7M cash on hand

    Safety and Affordability PAC committed nearly $3.2 million to advertising supporting Republican Marty O'Donnell, putting pro-O'Donnell forces ahead by more than $1 million in ad reservations. O'Donnell also made a $3 million personal loan to his campaign. Lee had raised about $4.4 million and held $3.7 million cash on hand through June 30, per FEC data.

    Republicans target Las Vegas congressional seat touting ... · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Planned Parenthood Action Fund organization
    Listed as endorser by Volunteer Blue; no endorsement date given. volunteerblue.org
  • National Organization for Women PAC organization
    Listed as endorser by Volunteer Blue; no endorsement date given. volunteerblue.org
  • EMILY's List organization
    Listed as endorser by Volunteer Blue; no endorsement date given. volunteerblue.org
  • Culinary Workers Union Local 226 union
    Included Lee in statewide 2026 endorsements; Lee is identified as a Culinary Union member. culinaryunion226.org · Sep 29, 2026
  • MoveOn organization
    front.moveon.org · Sep 21, 2026
  • Nevada Conservation League organization
    nevadaconservationleague.org · Aug 12, 2026
  • American Federation of Government Employees (AFGE) union
    Described Lee as one of three Nevada representatives endorsed for reelection. afge.org · Jun 4, 2026
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    uschamber.com · May 27, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$4.40M
Spent
$1.18M
Cash on hand
$3.69M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6NV04020(opens in a new tab)

Sources 25

  1. [1] Nevada could buck the blue wave. Here's how(opens in a new tab) Oct 11, 2026
  2. [2] Compare NV-03 House candidates 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  3. [3] Press Release: Susie Lee and Catherine Cortez Masto Reintroduce Bill to Aid Human Trafficking Survivors | Stock News(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  4. [4] Cook Political Report tilts 18 House races toward Democrats - Axios(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  5. [5] Nevada - Volunteer Blue(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] Susie Lee, María Elvira Salazar Introduce Bill to Change ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  7. [7] 2026 MIDTERM ENDORSEMENT GUIDE | Culinary Union Local 226(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  8. [8] Lee Statement on Winning Democratic Primary for Nevada's Third ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  9. [9] Congresswoman Susie Lee(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  10. [10] News(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  11. [11] Republicans target Las Vegas congressional seat touting ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  12. [12] Susie Lee : MoveOn: People-Powered Progress(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  13. [13] 2026 Endorsements – Nevada Conservation League(opens in a new tab) Aug 12, 2026
  14. [14] Lee Stands with Hardworking Nevadans Against Trump's ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 5, 2026
  15. [15] Representatives Lee, Horsford, Highlight Legislation to Lower ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 9, 2026
  16. [16] Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses 3 Nevada Lawmakers for Reelection to Congress(opens in a new tab) Jun 4, 2026
  17. [17] U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Susie Lee for Nevada's Third ...(opens in a new tab) May 27, 2026
  18. [18] Congresswoman Lee Statement Against Legislation to Make it More Difficult for Millions of U.S. Citizens to Vote(opens in a new tab) Apr 10, 2025
  19. [19] Congresswoman Lee Statement on Vote Against Dangerous ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 11, 2025
  20. [20] Housing(opens in a new tab) Jul 9, 2024
  21. [21] Immigration & Border Security | Representative Susie Lee(opens in a new tab) Jun 3, 2023
  22. [22] Health Care | Representative Susie Lee - House.gov(opens in a new tab) Jun 2, 2023
  23. [23] Students & Education(opens in a new tab) May 22, 2023
  24. [24] Women's Rights | Representative Susie Lee - House.gov(opens in a new tab) May 20, 2023
  25. [25] Rep. Susie Lee Responds to the 2022 State of the Union Address(opens in a new tab) Mar 1, 2022
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