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

Flippo is competing with Settelmeyer for the open seat and has Trump’s endorsement.

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 and David Flippo in the primary for the open 2nd District seat. The race is also being watched as a test of President Donald Trump’s influence over Republican voters.

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Republican House candidate in Nevada’s 2nd District

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President and endorser of Flippo

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Republican House candidate in Nevada’s 2nd District

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

Former representative backing Flippo

Retiring representative whose departure opened the seat

ALSO MENTIONED  Joe Lombardo, Nevada governor backing 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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