2026 Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District U.S. House Election

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Mark Amodei

Republican

Mark Amodei has represented Nevada’s 2nd Congressional District since winning a special election in September 2011. He previously served in both chambers of the Nevada Legislature and is a former U.S. Army officer and attorney.

Heath Fulkerson is a technologist who has filed paperwork for the 2026 Republican primary for NV-02. He holds experience in software development and civic technology advocacy.

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Rick Shepherd

Republican

Rick Shepherd is a Nevada-based entrepreneur who filed FEC paperwork to run in the 2026 Republican primary for NV-02. He has a background in small business ownership and community service.

Kathy Durham is a former West Wendover city councilor who declared her candidacy for the 2026 Democratic primary in NV-02. She has worked on local government initiatives focused on infrastructure and economic development.

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Matthew Fonken

Democratic

Matthew Fonken is a longtime political organizer who officially launched his campaign for NV-02 in January 2026. He has experience on presidential campaigns and healthcare advocacy.

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Greg Kidd

Democratic

Greg Kidd is an entrepreneur who ran as an Independent in 2024 and has declared for the 2026 Democratic primary in NV-02. He focuses on small business growth and technology policy.

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Morgan Wadsworth

Democratic

Morgan Wadsworth is a student and generational equity advocate who filed to run in the 2026 Democratic primary for NV-02. She campaigns on issues such as higher education affordability and climate action.

David Flippo is a financial advisor and a 2024 Republican nominee for Nevada's 4th Congressional District. He holds a degree in finance and has worked in wealth management for over a decade. Flippo emphasizes fiscal responsibility and economic growth in his platform.