# NV-02 Republican nominee?

NV-02 (R)

Updated: May 2, 2026

Category: Elections

Tags: Primaries

HTML: /markets/elections/primaries/nv-02-republican-nominee/

## Short Answer

**Key takeaway.** Both the **model** and the **market** expect James Settelmeyer to be the NV-02 Republican nominee, with no compelling evidence of mispricing.

## Key Claims (January 2026)

**- - Settelmeyer has key endorsements from Governor Lombardo and Rep.** Amodei.
- Settelmeyer demonstrated superior fundraising with **$104**K in Q1 real contributions.
- Flippo secured national MAGA-aligned endorsements but had low real Q1 fundraising.
- Flippo faces significant vote-splitting from numerous other MAGA-aligned candidates.
- A crowded primary field of 15 candidates favors frontrunners; no dark horse path.
- Rep. Mark Amodei's retirement opened the R+7 leaning NV-02 congressional seat.

### Why This Matters (GEO)

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## Executive Verdict

**Key takeaway.** **Market** prices Settelmeyer at 52c, 2.5pp higher than the **49.5%** **model**, despite his strong endorsements and fundraising.

### Who Wins and Why

| Outcome | Market | Model | Why |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| David Flippo | 53.0% | 37.1% | David Flippo has national MAGA surrogate endorsements and attended a Trump event. |
| James Settelmeyer | 52.0% | 49.5% | James Settelmeyer secured key state endorsements and demonstrates superior real campaign fundraising. |
| Fred Simon Jr. | 1.0% | 1.6% | This candidate is a minor contender in a crowded Republican primary field. |

## Model vs Market

| Outcome | Market Probability | Octagon Model Probability |
| --- | --- | --- |
| David Flippo | 53.0% | 37.1% |
| James Settelmeyer | 52.0% | 49.5% |
| Fred Simon Jr. | 1.0% | 1.6% |
| Jesse Watts | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| William Conrad | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Andrea Lowe | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Bruce Grego | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Jennifer Billat | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Thomas Doyle | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| George Forbush | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Jerry Olsen | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Rick Shepherd | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Douglas Miller | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Michael Smith | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Sherman Tylawsky | 0.1% | 1.0% |

- Expiration: November 3, 2027

## Market Behavior & Price Dynamics

The market has traded between 46.0% and 70.0% YES probability, with a current reading of 52.0%. Total volume: 1,357 contracts.

## Significant Price Movements

### Outcome: James Settelmeyer

#### 📉 April 23, 2026: 8.0pp drop

Price decreased from 55.0% to 47.0%

**What happened:** The provided research indicates that James Settelmeyer experienced a surge in support and consolidation around April 23, 2026, rather than an 8.0 percentage point drop [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/neighbors-not-influencers-settelmeyer-unleashes-list-of-100-nevada-endorsers-while-flippo-courts-internet-personalities/)[[^]](https://thenevadaglobe.com/articles/northern-nevada-coalesces-settelmeyer-emerges-as-clear-conservative-choice-for-open-house-seat/)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/settelmeyer-front-runner-for-congress/)[[^]](https://thenevadaglobe.com/articles/settelmeyer-surges-lombardo-amodei-back-gop-pick-as-maga-world-erupts-over-nv-02/). This period was marked by significant endorsements from Governor Joe Lombardo and Rep. Mark Amodei in late March [[^]](https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/settelmeyer-backed-by-lombardo-amodei-in-bid-for-open-northern-nevada-congressional-seat)[[^]](https://thenevadaglobe.com/articles/settelmeyer-surges-lombardo-amodei-back-gop-pick-as-maga-world-erupts-over-nv-02/), followed by the release of a list of over 100 local Nevada endorsers on April 24, 2026 [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/neighbors-not-influencers-settelmeyer-unleashes-list-of-100-nevada-endorsers-while-flippo-courts-internet-personalities/). Therefore, a primary driver for the reported price drop cannot be identified as the available information suggests the opposite trend for Settelmeyer's candidacy at that time. Given this contradiction, social media cannot be assessed as a driver for a non-existent price drop.

### Outcome: David Flippo

#### 📉 April 20, 2026: 49.8pp drop

Price decreased from 98.8% to 49.0%

**What happened:** The provided web research does not contain specific social media activity, traditional news, or market structure events on April 20, 2026, that would explain a 49.8 percentage point drop in David Flippo's prediction market price for the NV-02 Republican nominee [1-6]. While the district is R+7 and the primary is considered wide-open with multiple candidates, including Flippo who is largely self-funded, no singular event coinciding with this sharp decline is identifiable in the provided sources [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/). Without evidence of specific claims or announcements on this date, the primary driver for such a significant movement cannot be determined from the given information. Therefore, based on the provided information, social media activity appears to be (d) irrelevant.

#### 📈 April 19, 2026: 12.8pp spike

Price increased from 86.0% to 98.8%

**What happened:** The provided web research does not contain any specific social media activity, traditional news reports, or market structure events dated April 19, 2026, that would explain the 12.8 percentage point spike in David Flippo's prediction market price for the NV-02 Republican nominee. While Flippo had entered the race in March 2026 and was largely self-funding his campaign, the available information predates or generalizes beyond the specific date of the market movement [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/). Without information directly coinciding with the price movement, a primary driver cannot be identified from the given sources. Therefore, based solely on the provided information, social media activity appears (d) irrelevant to explaining this specific market movement.

## Contract Snapshot

This market resolves to Yes if David Flippo wins the Republican Party's nomination for the 2026 NV-02 House seat, verified by gop.com. It resolves to No if he does not secure the nomination, as the event is mutually exclusive.

The market opened on March 20, 2026, and will close either once the outcome occurs or by November 3, 2027, at 11:00 AM EDT, with a projected payout 30 minutes after closing. Insider trading by employees of Source Agencies is prohibited.

## Market Discussion

The NV-02 Republican primary on June 9, 2026, primarily features two leading candidates among over a dozen contenders: Settelmeyer and Flippo [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026). Settelmeyer is backed by local establishment figures like Rep. Amodei and Gov.

## Market Data

| Contract | Yes Bid | Yes Ask | Last Price | Volume | Open Interest |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Andrea Lowe | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Bruce Grego | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| David Flippo | 47% | 54% | 53% | $5,066.59 | $3,759.59 |
| Douglas Miller | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Fred Simon Jr. | 1% | 4% | 1% | $1,586 | $1,066 |
| George Forbush | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Jennifer Billat | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Jerry Olsen | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| James Settelmeyer | 45% | 53% | 52% | $3,413 | $2,598 |
| Jesse Watts | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Michael Smith | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Rick Shepherd | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Sherman Tylawsky | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| Thomas Doyle | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |
| William Conrad | 0.1% | 1% | 0.1% | $115 | $115 |

## What are the Q1 2026 campaign finance results for Settelmeyer and Flippo?

Settelmeyer Q1 2026 Contributions | $104K (since March 6 candidacy filing [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/)) |
Flippo Q1 2026 Total Raised | $785K (including self-loans [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/)) |
Flippo Q1 2026 Net Contributions | Approximately $9K (excluding self-loans [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/)) |

**The Settelmeyer campaign recorded $104,000 in real contributions during Q1 2026, commencing its fundraising efforts after candidacy filing on March 6 [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/)**

The Settelmeyer campaign recorded **$104,000** in real contributions during Q1 2026, commencing its fundraising efforts after candidacy filing on March 6 [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/). However, details regarding the campaign's cash-on-hand, burn rate, or the breakdown of funds from out-of-state versus in-district donors were not specified in the available research for this period [[^]](https://www.the-downballot.com/p/the-downballots-1q-2026-senate-and)[[^]](http://docquery.fec.gov/cgi-bin/forms/H6NV02396/1952079).

The Flippo campaign raised a total of **$785,000** in Q1 2026, although this figure includes **$760,000** in self-loans, resulting in net contributions of approximately **$9,000** [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/). An analysis of 56 donor entries indicated that a significant majority of Flippo's donors, **61%**, were from out-of-state, while only **5%** were from within CD2 in-district [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/).

Specific cash-on-hand or burn rate figures for Flippo's Q1 2026 were not available [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/). Previous data for 2024/2026*, however, showed the campaign had expenditures of **$578,000** against **$949,000** in total contributions [[^]](https://www.fec.gov/data/candidate/H4NV04108/)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/David_Flippo).

## What Vote-Splitting Threats Challenge Flippo and Settelmeyer?

Flippo's Primary Threat | Vote-splitting from MAGA-aligned candidates [[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jesse-watts-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/William_Conrad_(Nevada))[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/first-gop-candidate-jumps-into-race-for-amodeis-open-seat-and-its-not-who-youd-expect/)[[^]](https://www.rickshepherd.com/) |
Key MAGA Threats to Flippo | Jesse Watts, William Conrad, Rick Shepherd [[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jesse-watts-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/William_Conrad_(Nevada))[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/first-gop-candidate-jumps-into-race-for-amodeis-open-seat-and-its-not-who-youd-expect/)[[^]](https://www.rickshepherd.com/) |
Settelmeyer's Primary Threat | Minimal establishment threats [[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jerry-olsen-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://olsen4congress.com/) |

**Flippo faces significant vote-splitting from a field of MAGA-aligned candidates**

Flippo faces significant vote-splitting from a field of MAGA-aligned candidates. This "long tail" of candidates poses a substantial challenge to Flippo's campaign by fragmenting support within his ideological lane [[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jesse-watts-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/William_Conrad_(Nevada))[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/first-gop-candidate-jumps-into-race-for-amodeis-open-seat-and-its-not-who-youd-expect/)[[^]](https://www.rickshepherd.com/). Key figures identified as MAGA-aligned threats include Jesse Watts, a rural sheriff from areas like Eureka who emphasizes America First principles, deregulation, and mining [[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jesse-watts-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/William_Conrad_(Nevada))[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/first-gop-candidate-jumps-into-race-for-amodeis-open-seat-and-its-not-who-youd-expect/)[[^]](https://www.rickshepherd.com/). Watts' messaging resonates with a MAGA outsider appeal, contrasting with Settelmeyer's legislative insider record [[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jesse-watts-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/first-gop-candidate-jumps-into-race-for-amodeis-open-seat-and-its-not-who-youd-expect/). Other challengers like William Conrad, a Green Beret veteran focused on an "anti-swamp" stance, and Rick Shepherd, known for extreme anti-AIPAC America First views, further contribute to this threat [[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jesse-watts-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/William_Conrad_(Nevada))[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/first-gop-candidate-jumps-into-race-for-amodeis-open-seat-and-its-not-who-youd-expect/)[[^]](https://www.rickshepherd.com/).

Settelmeyer faces minimal vote-splitting from establishment-adjacent candidates. Threats to Settelmeyer from the "establishment" wing of the field are considered insignificant [[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jerry-olsen-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://olsen4congress.com/). While Jerry Olsen, a sheriff veteran, is noted as a more mainstream conservative option, his overall impact as a challenger to Settelmeyer is not substantial. Additionally, Olsen has no reported donations, indicating a limited campaign footprint [[^]](https://www.kunr.org/local-stories/2026-03-25/meet-jerry-olsen-republican-candidate-for-nevadas-cd2)[[^]](https://olsen4congress.com/).

## Who is Leading in Endorsements for the NV-02 Race?

Flippo National Endorsements | Freedom Caucus Fund, Ric Grenell, Paul Gosar, Joe Arpaio, Turning Point Action (April 2026 [[^]](https://freedomcaucusfund.com/freedom-caucus-fund-endorses-david-flippo-for-nv-02/)[[^]](https://www.einpresswire.com/article/904173760/freedom-caucus-fund-endorses-lt-col-david-flippo-ret-for-congress-nv-2)[[^]](https://flippo4nv.com/endorsements/)) |
Settelmeyer State Endorsements | Gov. Joe Lombardo, Rep. Mark Amodei, over 100 local Nevada leaders (March 2026 [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/neighbors-not-influencers-settelmeyer-unleashes-list-of-100-nevada-endorsers-while-flippo-courts-internet-personalities/)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/settelmeyer-backed-by-lombardo-amodei-in-bid-for-open-northern-nevada-congressional-seat)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/the-big-endorsement-lombardo-and-amodei-back-settelmeyer-for-nevadas-cd2/)) |
Trump NV-02 Stance | Indicated he would stay out of the NV-02 race (April 2026 [[^]](http://nevadaappeal.www.clients.ellingtoncms.com/news/2026/apr/09/without-trump-endorsement-settelmeyer-running-on-record/)) |

**Candidates Flippo and Settelmeyer have pursued distinct endorsement strategies**

Candidates Flippo and Settelmeyer have pursued distinct endorsement strategies. David Flippo has strategically aligned himself with national conservative figures, evidenced by his attendance at a Trump Vegas event in April 2026 [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/) and securing endorsements from prominent national surrogates and organizations. These include the Freedom Caucus Fund [[^]](https://freedomcaucusfund.com/freedom-caucus-fund-endorses-david-flippo-for-nv-02/)[[^]](https://www.einpresswire.com/article/904173760/freedom-caucus-fund-endorses-lt-col-david-flippo-ret-for-congress-nv-2), Ric Grenell, Paul Gosar, Joe Arpaio, and Turning Point Action [[^]](https://flippo4nv.com/endorsements/). Conversely, James Settelmeyer has focused on building support within Nevada, receiving endorsements in March 2026 from state-level leaders such as Governor Joe Lombardo and Representative Mark Amodei [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/neighbors-not-influencers-settelmeyer-unleashes-list-of-100-nevada-endorsers-while-flippo-courts-internet-personalities/)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/settelmeyer-backed-by-lombardo-amodei-in-bid-for-open-northern-nevada-congressional-seat)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/the-big-endorsement-lombardo-and-amodei-back-settelmeyer-for-nevadas-cd2/), alongside over 100 local Nevada leaders [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/neighbors-not-influencers-settelmeyer-unleashes-list-of-100-nevada-endorsers-while-flippo-courts-internet-personalities/)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/settelmeyer-backed-by-lombardo-amodei-in-bid-for-open-northern-nevada-congressional-seat)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/the-big-endorsement-lombardo-and-amodei-back-settelmeyer-for-nevadas-cd2/).

Donald Trump has chosen to remain neutral in the NV-02 race. While Trump issued endorsements for candidates in other Nevada districts (NV-01 and NV-03) in April 2026 [[^]](http://nevadaappeal.www.clients.ellingtoncms.com/news/2026/apr/09/without-trump-endorsement-settelmeyer-running-on-record/)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/trump-goes-all-in-for-buck-and-odonnell-in-nevada/)[[^]](https://time.news/trump-endorses-gop-candidates-for-key-nevada-house-seats/)[[^]](https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/trump-endorses-gop-candidates-in-2-swingy-nevada-house-seats), he explicitly stated he would not endorse in the NV-02 contest [[^]](http://nevadaappeal.www.clients.ellingtoncms.com/news/2026/apr/09/without-trump-endorsement-settelmeyer-running-on-record/)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/trump-goes-all-in-for-buck-and-odonnell-in-nevada/)[[^]](https://time.news/trump-endorses-gop-candidates-for-key-nevada-house-seats/)[[^]](https://thenevadaindependent.com/article/trump-endorses-gop-candidates-in-2-swingy-nevada-house-seats). This declared disengagement from the NV-02 contest could potentially provide David Flippo with a more credible path toward a potential endorsement from Trump, especially given Trump's stated position regarding this specific race.

## Can a Dark Horse Candidate Win the NV-02 Republican Primary?

Total Candidates | 12 Republican candidates [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026) |
Frontrunner Support (Settelmeyer) | 45-69% in prediction markets [[^]](https://thepredictionmarkets.com/event/nv-02-republican-nominee)[[^]](https://electionodds.live/event/KXNVPRIMARY-02R26)[[^]](https://robinhood.com/us/en/prediction-markets/elections/events/nv-02-republican-nominee-jun-09-2026/) |
Other Candidates Support | Less than 5% in prediction markets [[^]](https://thepredictionmarkets.com/event/nv-02-republican-nominee)[[^]](https://electionodds.live/event/KXNVPRIMARY-02R26)[[^]](https://robinhood.com/us/en/prediction-markets/elections/events/nv-02-republican-nominee-jun-09-2026/) |

**A dark horse candidate faces an unviable path to victory in the NV-02 Republican primary given the current field**

A dark horse candidate faces an unviable path to victory in the NV-02 Republican primary given the current field. Available facts indicate a crowded race with 12 Republican candidates, strongly favoring established frontrunners [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026)[[^]](https://www.usatoday.com/elections/results/race/2022-06-14-house-R-NV-29791/). There is no evidence suggesting a dominant geographic or demographic niche that a lesser-known candidate could consolidate to secure a win [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026)[[^]](https://www.usatoday.com/elections/results/race/2022-06-14-house-R-NV-29791/).

Prediction markets reinforce the slim chances for non-frontrunners to emerge victorious. Frontrunner Settelmeyer shows substantial support ranging from 45-**69%**, while Flippo's support is between 14-**53%** [[^]](https://thepredictionmarkets.com/event/nv-02-republican-nominee)[[^]](https://electionodds.live/event/KXNVPRIMARY-02R26)[[^]](https://robinhood.com/us/en/prediction-markets/elections/events/nv-02-republican-nominee-jun-09-2026/). In contrast, all other candidates are predicted to receive less than **5%** of the vote, making a significant breakthrough for any dark horse highly improbable [[^]](https://thepredictionmarkets.com/event/nv-02-republican-nominee)[[^]](https://electionodds.live/event/KXNVPRIMARY-02R26)[[^]](https://robinhood.com/us/en/prediction-markets/elections/events/nv-02-republican-nominee-jun-09-2026/).

Geographic voter splits do not offer an advantage to underdogs seeking to consolidate support. In the 2022 primary, Washoe County accounted for approximately **55%** of the votes, while rural counties collectively made up about **45%** [[^]](https://www.usatoday.com/elections/results/race/2022-06-14-house-R-NV-29791/)[[^]](https://washoecounty.us/voters/). However, this distribution does not present a clear opportunity for an underdog candidate. The 2022 primary outcome, where the winning candidate secured **55%** of the votes despite a challenger's strong performance in rural areas, demonstrates the formidable challenge of overcoming established frontrunners in a crowded primary [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2022_(June_14_Republican_primary)).

## What are the key dates for the NV-02 GOP primary?

Out-of-state mail-in by | April 30, 2026 [[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007) |
In-state mail-in starts | May 11, 2026 [[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007) |
Primary Election Date | June 9, 2026 [[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/nevada-attorney-general-race-sparks-trump-clash-at-republican-forum/89452977007/)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026_(June_9_Republican_primary))[[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada's_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026_(June_9_Republican_primary)) |

**Nevada's NV-02 Republican primary key dates are now set**

Nevada's NV-02 Republican primary key dates are now set. The primary election itself is scheduled for June 9, 2026 [[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/nevada-attorney-general-race-sparks-trump-clash-at-republican-forum/89452977007/)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026_(June_9_Republican_primary))[[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/)[[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada's_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026_(June_9_Republican_primary)). Regarding voting logistics, out-of-state mail-in ballots are to be sent by April 30, 2026, while in-state mail-in ballots will begin their mailing between May 11 and May 18, 2026 [[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007). Furthermore, in-person early voting is slated to commence on May 23, 2026, and will conclude on June 5, 2026 [[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007/)[[^]](https://cltr.douglascountynv.gov/elections/2026-election-information/2026-primary-election/in-person-early-voting/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/02/19/nevada-2026-election-dates-for-primary-general-early-and-mail-voting/88726459007).

A candidate forum offers the primary debate opportunity. Although no specific KTVN or Reno Gazette-Journal sponsored debates for the NV-02 GOP primary have been identified [[^]](https://nationaltoday.com/us/nv/reno/news/2026/04/03/heated-debate-at-reno-gop-forum-over-nevada-cd2-and-attorney-general-races/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/nevada-attorney-general-race-sparks-trump-clash-at-republican-forum/89452977007/)[[^]](https://www.facebook.com/KTVN2/posts/almost-30-candidates-are-looking-to-replace-mark-amodei-in-congress-for-a-closer/1364213725749391/)[[^]](http://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/heres-when-nevadas-2026-primary-election-and-early-voting-happen/89454255007/), a Reno GOP forum, including NV-02 candidates and the Attorney General, is scheduled for April 2-3, 2026 [[^]](https://nationaltoday.com/us/nv/reno/news/2026/04/03/heated-debate-at-reno-gop-forum-over-nevada-cd2-and-attorney-general-races/)[[^]](https://www.rgj.com/story/news/politics/elections/2026/04/03/nevada-attorney-general-race-sparks-trump-clash-at-republican-forum/89452977007/)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/state-regional/nevada/article_6cee3ccc-cf3b-5db6-b87e-46eebb73eb5d.html)[[^]](https://redmove.org/2026_april/).

## What Could Change the Odds

**The retirement of Rep.** Mark Amodei has opened the NV-02 congressional seat, which leans Republican (R+7) [[^]](https://www.cookpolitical.com/house/race/483476)[[^]](https://nevadacurrent.com/2026/03/16/candidate-filing-ends-with-a-congressional-throng-a-smattering-of-perennials-and-a-couple-fords/). Prediction markets currently give the GOP a **77%** **probability** of winning the general election on November 3, 2026 [[^]](https://polymarket.com/event/nv-02-house-election-winner). Within the crowded 15-candidate Republican primary, former State Senator Drew Settelmeyer is a strong contender, holding **69%** odds in prediction markets [[^]](https://thepredictionmarkets.com/event/nv-02-republican-nominee). Settelmeyer is bolstered by significant endorsements from Governor Joe Lombardo and outgoing Representative Amodei, along with a notable fundraising advantage [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html)[[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/flippo-chases-trump-in-vegas-while-settelmeyer-campaigns-in-storey-county-and-the-money-tells-the-same-story/).

**Despite the district's Republican lean, the crowded June 9 primary presents potential risks [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada's_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026_(June_9_Republican_primary)).** Analysts point to the possibility of a fragmented vote among the numerous candidates [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/the-washoe-warning-why-flippo-could-hand-benitez-thompson-nv-02/). A key challenger, ex-CD4 candidate Danny Flippo, who is backed by MAGA supporters and holds **14%** odds in prediction markets, could emerge [[^]](https://ballotpedia.org/Nevada%27s_2nd_Congressional_District_election,_2026)[[^]](https://thepredictionmarkets.com/event/nv-02-republican-nominee)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html). Should Flippo secure the nomination, some analysts believe his appeal might alienate moderate voters, potentially jeopardizing the party's general election prospects [[^]](https://nevadanewsandviews.com/the-washoe-warning-why-flippo-could-hand-benitez-thompson-nv-02/)[[^]](https://elkodaily.com/news/local/government-politics/article_aab19f3c-6d59-418e-8f64-c437d9087d7a.html).

## Key Dates & Catalysts

- **Expiration:** November 03, 2027
- **Closes:** November 03, 2027

## Decision-Flipping Events

- The retirement of Rep.
- Mark Amodei has opened the NV-02 congressional seat, which leans Republican (R+7) [^] [^] .
- Prediction markets currently give the GOP a **77%** **probability** of winning the general election on November 3, 2026 [^] .
- Within the crowded 15-candidate Republican primary, former State Senator Drew Settelmeyer is a strong contender, holding **69%** odds in prediction markets [^] .

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