The Economic Times

US Midterms: Democrat Teresa Benitez-Thompson wins election to US House in Nevada's 2nd Congressional District

Democrat Teresa Benitez-Thompson achieved victory in the U.S. House of Representatives election for Nevada's 2nd Congressional District. She defeated Republican David Flippo, who received backing from President Donald Trump. Benitez-Thompson, who was previously a state Assembly majority leader, focused on economic issues in her campaign. The election marks a significant shift in a district previously held by Republican Mark Amodei. The Associated Press confirmed her victory at 9:29 p.m. EST.