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

Settelmeyer is presenting his state-government experience as an advantage in the contest to replace Mark Amodei.

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, whom Donald Trump endorsed, to replace retiring Rep. Mark Amodei. The race is being watched as a test of Trump’s influence in the party.

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

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

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Donald Trump
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President who endorsed Flippo

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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