Well, here we are. While this primary election wasn’t a big turnout, and no Republican in CD-2 received a majority of the vote, the Republican candidate advancing to the general election faces a well-positioned Democrat opponent. It will be an interesting summer and fall, but I believe it’s fair to say that CD-2, for the first time in its history, isn’t a Republican guarantee. What was once a safe prediction may quickly become an expensive one. Why? The fact that the largest block of registered Republican voters in CD-2 is 35.5%. James Settelmeyer ran a campaign rooted in integrity, energized on the issues, and fueled by a deep passion for the place he calls home. That is something I hope he is proud of. The candidate I supported did not prevail Tuesday night. However, my longstanding respect for the voters has not changed. It is my hope that the values and culture that built our Original Nevada, Congressional District Two, will still have a strong voice in the U.S. House of Representatives. I look forward to the next 5 months as an election observer, instead of a candidate.

As the first candidate President Trump endorsed in CD-2 last November (see below), I can tell you he got it right the first time. But since I won’t be on the ballot, he made a mistake today. Northern Nevada Republicans deserve a strong Nevada voice in this district, just as they’ve had with Barbara Vucanovich, Jim Gibbons, Dean Heller, and myself for the last 43 years. The home team has done just fine. The time has not come for a national private political organization to pick for Nevadans, who speaks for them in the U.S. House of Representatives. I proudly voted for pure Nevada, Nevada proud, James Settelmeyer.  With all due respect Mr. President, Nevada already has five representatives who live in Clark County. Your endorsement if followed, would make it six out of six. CD-2 has been especially good to you throughout your three runs. This endorsement is an incredibly curious way to say thank you to those people who have been the bedrock of your political endeavors here in original Nevada. JAMES SETTELMEYER WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN.

I am proud to endorse @SettelmeyerNV to represent Nevada's Second Congressional District. He is one of us and would serve our “original Nevada” in a truly outstanding fashion. I hope upon reflection that you’ll agree, and vote for James to be Nevada’s Congressman.

Serving the people of Nevada has been the honor of my lifetime. Please see statement below:

Thank you Mr. President @realDonaldTrump!

Couldn't do it without such strong partners back home in Nevada. Look forward to continuing to work on Nevada-first issues with you!💪

Thank you, Nevada!!!!!!

Thank you, Nevada!

I’m proud to call Nevada my lifelong home, and if you grant me the privilege of continuing to serve you, I’m confident we can continue making a difference for the Silver State. Thank you, Nevada! #ElectionDay

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Nevadans and Americans support responsible, thoughtful solutions to local, state, and national issues. Responsible and thoughtful are long overdue at our southern border.

Energy is at the center of everyone’s daily lives. Energy policy affects everything. Hope you consider that when you vote.

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I’m thankful for AGC’s endorsement again this election cycle, and I look forward to continued collaboration with @NevadaAGC and continued support for the vital construction industry in Congress.