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Nevada Republicans to decide on Trump-backed vs. experienced replacement for Rep. Mark Amodei

Flippo is challenging Settelmeyer and has won Trump's endorsement and backing from conservative groups.

Nevada Republicans to decide on Trump-backed vs. experienced replacement for Rep. Mark Amodei
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Nevada Republicans are choosing between James Settelmeyer, backed by Rep. Mark Amodei and Gov. Joe Lombardo, and David Flippo, endorsed by President Donald Trump. The race is being watched as a test of Trump’s influence over Republican primary voters.

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Republican candidate for Nevada's 2nd District

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Donald Trump
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President; endorsed David Flippo in the Nevada Republican primary

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Matt Gaetz
Former U.S. Representative (R-FL)

Former representative and supporter of David Flippo

Nevada representative retiring from the seat

ALSO MENTIONED  Joe Lombardo, Nevada governor backing James Settelmeyer

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Nevada Republican Primary to Choose Nominee for Mark Amodei’s Seat

Nevada Republicans are choosing between David Flippo and James Settelmeyer in the primary for the open seat held by retiring Rep. Mark Amodei. Flippo has President Donald Trump’s endorsement, and the race is being watched as a test of Trump’s influence with Republican voters. Center outlets generally frame the primary as a test of Trump’s influence, emphasizing the contrast between endorsed newcomer Flippo and former state Sen. Settelmeyer.

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