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

Trump’s endorsement of Flippo is a central test of his influence in the Republican primary.

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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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 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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