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

Settelmeyer is running against David Flippo for the open Nevada 2nd District seat.

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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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President and endorser of Flippo

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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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Trump Endorses David Flippo in Nevada House Primary

Nevada Republicans are choosing between James Settelmeyer and Trump-endorsed David Flippo in the primary for the open House seat held by retiring Rep. Mark Amodei. Settelmeyer is a former state senator, while Flippo is described as a political newcomer. Center outlets frame the contest as a test of Trump’s influence among Republican voters, while also stressing Settelmeyer’s government experience against Flippo’s newcomer status.

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