Republicans compete in Nevada House primary to replace retiring Rep. Mark Amodei
Nevada Republicans held a primary election Tuesday to fill the House seat being vacated by retiring Rep. Mark Amodei in the 2nd Congressional District. The race featured multiple candidates, including financial advisor David Flippo, who secured President Trump's endorsement, and James Settlemeyer, who had backing from the incumbent. The outcome will determine which Republican advances to the general election in a competitive district.
Nevada voters participated in a Republican primary election Tuesday to select a candidate for the House seat in the 2nd Congressional District, which is being vacated by retiring Rep. Mark Amodei. The primary featured a crowded field of GOP candidates competing for the nomination. David Flippo, a financial advisor, entered the race with President Trump's endorsement, a significant advantage in Republican primaries. James Settlemeyer received backing from the incumbent Amodei. The winner of this primary will advance to the general election, where they will face Democratic opposition in what is expected to be a competitive race for this Nevada seat.
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