Reno Mayor to Testify in Restraining Order Case

Schieve to speak in support of Lorton at TPO hearing against Leonard

Apr. 10, 2026 at 1:45am

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Reno Mayor Hillary Schieve plans to testify at a justice court hearing on Monday regarding whether a restraining order against Michael Leonard, filed by Republican influencer George 'Eddie' Lorton, should be extended. Republican activist Robert Beadles, who has admitted to placing a secret GPS tracker on Schieve's vehicle, has also been called to the hearing.

Why it matters

The case highlights ongoing political tensions and allegations of harassment and intimidation tactics between local political figures in Reno. The outcome of the restraining order could have implications for the power dynamics and relationships within the city's political landscape.

The details

Lorton, a Republican influencer, has a restraining order against Michael Leonard. Mayor Schieve is set to testify in support of extending the restraining order at the upcoming hearing. Beadles, a Republican activist, has admitted to placing a secret GPS tracker on Schieve's vehicle, which he described as "menacing, intimidating and threatening violence."

  • The justice court hearing is scheduled for Monday, April 14, 2026.

The players

Hillary Schieve

The mayor of Reno, Nevada, who plans to testify at the restraining order hearing.

George 'Eddie' Lorton

A Republican influencer who has a restraining order against Michael Leonard.

Michael Leonard

The subject of the restraining order filed by George 'Eddie' Lorton.

Robert Beadles

A Republican activist who has admitted to placing a secret GPS tracker on Mayor Schieve's vehicle.

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What they’re saying

“menacing, intimidating and threatening violence.”

— Robert Beadles, Republican activist

What’s next

The judge will decide on Monday whether to extend the restraining order against Michael Leonard.

The takeaway

This case highlights the ongoing political tensions and allegations of harassment and intimidation tactics between local political figures in Reno, which could have implications for the city's political landscape.