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

Trump’s endorsement of Flippo has made the primary a test of his influence among Nevada Republicans.

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

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Republican House candidate and former state senator competing in Nevada’s 2nd District primary

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Republican House candidate challenging Settelmeyer in Nevada’s 2nd District primary

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

Former representative backing Flippo

Nevada representative whose retirement opened the seat

ALSO MENTIONED  Charlie Kirk, Late political activist identified as the founder of Turning Point Action; Joe Lombardo, Nevada governor backing Settelmeyer

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Nevada Republicans Prepare to Choose Amodei’s Successor

Nevada Republicans are preparing to choose a replacement for retiring Rep. Mark Amodei. The articles covering the race report that Donald Trump endorsed David Flippo and describe the primary as a test of Trump’s influence with Republican voters. Center outlets frame the race as a test of Trump’s influence among Republican voters, alongside the choice between the candidates.

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