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David Flippo
David Flippo (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. House to represent Nevada's 4th Congressional District. He declared candidacy for the 2026 election.[source]
Flippo completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
David Flippo was born in Maryland. He served in the U.S. Air Force from 1985 to 2009. He earned a bachelor's degree from Montana State University in 1991 and a graduate degree from Valdosta State University in 1995. His career experience includes working as a business owner.[1]
Flippo has been affiliated with the following organizations:[1]
- US Global Leadership Coalition
- Knights Hospitaller, Order of St John of Jerusalem
- Financial Services Institute
- Military Affairs Committee
- Vegas Chamber
- Southern Nevada Veterans Chamber of Commerce
- Curl Vegas
- Veterans of Foreign Wars
- National Rifle Association
- Gun Owners of America
- Rotary International
- Bond Oversight Committee of Clark County School District
- Nevada Republican Club
- Nevada Republican Women
- Las Vegas Zoological Society
Elections
2026
See also: Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2026
General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Nevada District 4
Incumbent Steven Horsford, David Flippo, Aaron Hill, and Cody Whipple are running in the general election for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on November 3, 2026.
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 | David Flippo (R)  | |
 | Aaron Hill (R) | |
 | Cody Whipple (R) | |
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Endorsements
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2024
See also: Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2024
Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Democratic primary)
Nevada's 4th Congressional District election, 2024 (June 11 Republican primary)
General election
General election for U.S. House Nevada District 4
Incumbent Steven Horsford defeated John J. Lee, Russell Best, and Timothy Ferreira in the general election for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on November 5, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Steven Horsford (D) | 52.7 | 174,926 |
 | John J. Lee (R) | 44.6 | 148,061 | |
 | Russell Best (Independent American Party) | 1.5 | 4,919 | |
 | Timothy Ferreira (L) | 1.3 | 4,300 | |
| Total votes: 332,206 | |||
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4
Incumbent Steven Horsford defeated Levy Shultz in the Democratic primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Steven Horsford | 89.5 | 34,861 |
 | Levy Shultz | 10.5 | 4,084 | |
| Total votes: 38,945 | |||
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4
John J. Lee defeated David Flippo and Bruce Frazey in the Republican primary for U.S. House Nevada District 4 on June 11, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | John J. Lee | 48.2 | 16,699 |
| David Flippo | 45.3 | 15,678 | |
 | Bruce Frazey | 6.5 | 2,241 | |
| Total votes: 34,618 | |||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Alberto Orozco (R)
Endorsements
Ballotpedia did not identify endorsements for Flippo in this election.
Pledges
Flippo signed the following pledges.
2022
See also: Nevada State Assembly elections, 2022
General election
General election for Nevada State Assembly District 37
Shea Backus defeated Jacob Deaville and Marc Tedoff in the general election for Nevada State Assembly District 37 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ |  | Shea Backus (D) | 50.5 | 15,817 |
 | Jacob Deaville (R) | 47.9 | 15,011 | |
 | Marc Tedoff (L) | 1.6 | 500 | |
| Total votes: 31,328 | |||
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Democratic primary election
The Democratic primary election was canceled. Shea Backus advanced from the Democratic primary for Nevada State Assembly District 37.
Republican primary election
Republican primary for Nevada State Assembly District 37
Jacob Deaville defeated Al Hansen and David Flippo in the Republican primary for Nevada State Assembly District 37 on June 14, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Jacob Deaville | 49.1 | 3,291 |
 | Al Hansen | 25.6 | 1,716 | |
| David Flippo | 25.3 | 1,696 | |
| Total votes: 6,703 | |||
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
See also: Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection
David Flippo completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Flippo's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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As a combat commander, I led more than 1,000 Airmen and established three operating bases inside Iraq. My final assignment was at Eielson AFB in Alaska, where I commanded two squadrons, overseeing 800 Airmen and 72 combat aircraft. After retiring, I worked for BP in Alaska for 10 years, creating a preventive maintenance program for the north slope oilfield and leading teams that kept oil flowing through the Alaska Pipeline.
I later became a licensed financial advisor, helping families, retirees, and small business owners with retirement and investment strategies. I also own a HobbyTown retail store, giving me direct insight into the challenges entrepreneurs face. My wife, Dawn, and I live in Nevada, where we remain active in our community.- Secure Our Border and Protect Communities
As a combat veteran and former commander responsible for defending bases in Iraq, I know what it takes to keep America safe. The border crisis fuels crime, drugs, and trafficking. We need decisive leadership to restore law and order.
I will:
Strengthen border enforcement and uphold immigration laws.
Increase resources for Border Patrol and law enforcement.
Deploy advanced technology and infrastructure including finishing the Wall to stop illegal crossings. - Economic Growth and Prosperity As a small business owner and financial advisor, I’ve helped families, retirees, and entrepreneurs build secure futures. I know firsthand the impact of inflation, rising costs, and government overreach. Families deserve an economy that works for them. I will: Oppose any and all tax increases and lower taxes whenever possible Eliminate wasteful government spending to fight inflation. Lower everyday costs by cutting red tape. Support small businesses with fair policies and fewer regulations. Strengthen supply chains and protect American innovation.
- Strengthen Our Military and Support Veterans With 24 years of Air Force service, rising to Lieutenant Colonel, I know America must project strength to deter threats. We also have a duty to care for those who served. I will: Ensure defense funding keeps our forces ready and equipped. Modernize capabilities to face global adversaries. Expand healthcare, mental health support, and job opportunities for veterans. Reinforce alliances to protect America’s interests abroad.
As a combat veteran and conservative, I believe the right to keep and bear arms is fundamental to freedom. I will oppose any attempt to restrict the Second Amendment and always defend the rights of law-abiding Americans to protect themselves, their families, and their communities.
Parental Rights in Education
My 24 years in the Air Force prepared me to make tough decisions, manage large teams, and stay mission-focused under pressure. I commanded thousands of Airmen in combat, oversaw complex operations, and carried the responsibility of lives and national security. That experience taught me service, accountability, and results matter more than political titles. My military and business background gives me the tools to serve effectively without being tied to the failures of Washington politics.
On the economic front, families are being squeezed by inflation, high interest rates, and reckless federal spending. If we fail to restore fiscal discipline and strengthen small businesses, future generations will inherit an economy that cannot sustain American prosperity. A secure border is also an economic issue, since illegal immigration strains schools, healthcare, and public resources while hurting American workers.
National security remains a critical challenge. As a combat veteran and former Air Force commander, I know America must project strength to deter aggression from adversaries like China, Russia, and Iran. But we cannot separate national security from border security. An open border invites cartels, traffickers, and even potential terrorists to exploit our weaknesses. Securing the border is essential to protecting our nation.
Crime has also become a crisis in too many communities. Lenient prosecutors, anti-police policies, and weak leadership have emboldened criminals and undermined public safety. At the same time, the flow of drugs and human trafficking across the southern border is fueling crime and addiction in every state.
America needs an immigration policy that works—one that secures the border, enforces the law, and ensures those who come here do so legally and safely. Without strong borders, a healthy economy, and a robust national defense, our nation’s future is at risk.
That is why I signed the U.S. Term Limits pledge. This pledge is a commitment to support legislation and a constitutional amendment that would impose term limits on Members of Congress. The American people deserve a government that serves them, not one run by entrenched political elites.
What stands out about Gingrich is that he combined conviction with action. He did not just talk about conservative values: he laid out a concrete roadmap and held Congress accountable to it. That kind of leadership is sorely needed again today.
The mission of his orgnaization The Invisible Enemy is clear: to secure legislation that provides comprehensive medical treatment and just financial compensation for those who served, and for the families who have carried the burden of their sacrifice. I was deeply moved by the courage of these veterans and the injustice they have faced. They were sent into harm’s way, not just in combat but through toxic exposure, and now they have been left behind by the very government they served.
As a combat veteran myself, I understand the meaning of service and sacrifice. I also know that America must never turn its back on those who put on the uniform. The story of The Invisible Enemy is more than history: it is a call to action. Congress has a responsibility to acknowledge what happened, to bring transparency, and to ensure that these veterans and their families receive the care and compensation they deserve.
The American people expect results, not gridlock. If we can make progress on lowering costs, strengthening national security, or securing the border by working across the aisle, we should do it. Compromise should never mean surrendering our convictions, but it can mean taking steps forward for the good of the country. My goal in Congress will be to fight for our values while advancing practical solutions that improve the lives of the people I represent.
We must also confront how government has been weaponized against conservatives, President Trump, and the American people. No agency should be beyond scrutiny. Congress must expose corruption, stop political bias, and restore trust in our institutions.
Congressman Trent Kelly
Fmr. Congressman Jeff Duncan
Esmeralda County Republican Party
Churchill County Republican Party
Nye County Commissioner Bruce Jabbour
Esmeralda County Commissioner Mary Jane Zakas
Fmr. State Senator Elizabeth Helgelien
Fmr. Nye County Commissioner Frank Carbone
Fmr. Esmeralda County Commissioner Ralph Keyes
Fmr. Mayor Pro Tem of Mesquite Nevada Wes Boger
I am equally proud of my family. My wife and I have been married for over 40 years, and together we have raised two sons and now enjoy six wonderful grandchildren. Building a strong family has been just as meaningful to me as my military career, and I consider both to be the foundation of who I am today.
I am also concerned about how AI is being used. Overreliance on it risks making our nation less informed and less capable of critical thought. We must make sure AI does not replace American jobs, weaken education, or erode human responsibility. Safety must come first, and that means preventing AI from ever reaching a point where it undermines human control.
A federal voter ID law does not take away state control, it simply ensures that every state meets a baseline standard of security. Any state that refuses to require identification is effectively allowing illegal votes to dilute and cancel out the ballot of a law-abiding citizen. That is disenfranchisement in its purest form.
I would support legislation that requires government-issued photo ID to vote, with states making IDs available at no cost to every eligible voter. Combined with cleaning up voter rolls, banning ballot harvesting, and requiring proof of citizenship to register, this would restore confidence in our elections while respecting state authority.
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2024
David Flippo completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2023. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Flippo's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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Flippo has received a number of awards and honors, including the Bronze Star for his actions during combat, Joint Unit Award, and the AF Outstanding Unit Award with Valor to name a few. He is a member of the US Global Leadership Coalition Advisory Board and was Knighted by the Knights of Malta for his commitment to helping the needy and homeless worldwide.
After retiring from Eielson AFB, AK, where he served as the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron Commander, David managed several maintenance teams on the North Slope oil fields of Alaska.
David now resides in Nevada with his wife of 40 years, two sons, and 6 grandchildren and owns two small businesses. He is currently a financial advisor.
- Strong Leadership - Smaller Government
- Protecting America’s National Security and securing Energy Independence
- Free Markets - No New taxes - Term limits
Follow the Constitution that we are sworn to protect.
Nick Adams
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Campaign website
Flippo’s campaign website stated the following:
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AMERICAN ENERGY INDEPENDENCE It’s time we invest in American energy production, which will lower the cost at the pump for consumers and drastically reduce our reliance on foreign oil. For too long, we have allowed our adversaries to profit from our reliance on foreign oil. Rather than stop the flow of cash overseas, the Biden administration had doubled down by canceling or outright banning domestic oil production. Biden is weakening our country and putting money in the pockets of hostile governments. It’s time to unleash American oil production and drastically reduce the price of gas at the pump. We can cut the cost of everyday essentials, reduce transportation costs, and reignite our economy by investing in domestic energy production. Make gas cheap again, it’s not just a slogan, but a call to action! David Flippo will:
The far left policies of the Biden administration have had disastrous effects on our economy. Record high inflation, a sluggish housing market, out of control healthcare costs, stagnant wages, and high gas prices have all made it difficult for average Americans to stay above water. Bidenomics has officially failed! As your next Congressman, I will reinvigorate our economy by cutting government spending, balance our budget, lower inflation, make home prices more affordable, and lower the costs of everyday essentials by reducing transportation costs. Our economy needs to be unleashed, not held down by big government and needless regulations. If we continue to allow Bidenomics to destroy our economy, the American dream will soon be unattainable. David Flippo will:
The Biden Administration has failed our military and has failed to protect our country. We must focus on recruitment, retention and modernization. Biden has left our military ill-equipped to meet the rising threats from China, North Korea, and Russia. These countries are hell-bent on destroying our status as the only global superpower by undermining our strength and influence around the world. We must strengthen our military in order to protect American lives and defend our global partners. The Biden Administrations disastrous evacuation from Afghanistan was an embarrassment to our country and destroyed our standing as a world leader. I will support legislation that bolsters our military against the rising threats from these hostile nations who want nothing more than to see our destruction. I know what it takes to strengthen our military because I spent 24 years in the United States Air Force fighting our enemies and protecting American interests. I have dedicated my life to protecting our country and I will continue to fight back against our enemies as your next Congressman. David Flippo will:
Securing our southern border is not just a matter of immigration policy; it’s a matter of national security. The invasion at our southern border puts American lives at risk and it must stop now. We need to enforce the laws that are being ignored by this Administration. Under the Biden Administration, the drug cartels, human traffickers, and career criminals have taken control of our border. They are freely bringing dangerous drugs, illegal immigrants, and a wave of crime that is destroying our communities. This administration has no plan to stop the chaos at our border, instead they play political games while Americans suffer the consequences. I will support legislation and work tirelessly to pass laws that secure our borders and protect American lives. I will support our southern states, the border patrol, Coast Guard and the military in their fight against the tidal wave of drugs, immigrants, and crime that the Biden administration has allowed to enter our neighborhoods. It’s time to fight back against Biden’s Liberal Open Border Agenda and stand up for America. David Flippo Will:
Bureaucrats in Washington seem to think that they know better than parents, teachers, and community leaders when it comes to your child’s education. They are determined to brainwash your kids with socialist ideologies like DEI and CRT, instead of teaching them the skills they need to succeed in the job market. Parents deserve to have a say in their child’s education and they deserve to know what is happening in the classroom. We should empower parents to make choices for their children’s education, not cut them out of the process. As your next Congressman, I will eliminate the bloated education bureaucracy and promote education that emphasizes skills training, vocational programs, and STEM education to prepare our students for the jobs of the future. The bloated education bureaucracy must be stopped and parents must have a voice in education. David Flippo Will:
The soft-on-crime approach of liberal Democrats has led to a breakdown in law and order. Across the country, career criminals have taken over our neighborhoods and our streets, making it hard for honest citizens to thrive in their communities. It’s time to turn-the-tide on crime and take back our streets from these dangerous criminals. I will pass laws that create tougher sentences for career criminals and put them behind bars where they belong. I will support our local law enforcement by ensuring that they have the funding, supplies, and manpower that they need to keep us safe. The liberal soft-on-crime experiment must end! We deserve to be safe in our communities and our homes. David Flippo Will:
The Biden administration is bankrupting our country and throwing away our future. The tax-and-spend policies of the liberal Democrats have led to INSANE inflation, skyrocketing costs, and will bring down our government if we don’t stop them. I will work tirelessly to eliminate the waste, cut the fat, and send a message to Biden that we will no longer allow him to gamble away our future. It’s time to STOP wasteful government spending once and for all. David Flippo Will:
For too long, extreme liberals have schemed and plotted to take away our rights. Under the Biden administration, these extremists have had free reign to attack our freedom of speech, our right to bear arms, and even our right to peacefully assemble. We must stop this extreme left censorship of social media platforms. It is damaging the very foundation of our democracy and the open discussion of important issues. They won’t stop until they have taken away everything that our founding fathers fought for. Our Constitution enshrines our fundamental rights, I swore an oath to protect your rights and I will fight like hell to protect them. I will stand up against any government overreach that threatens our individual liberties, whether it’s freedom of speech, religious expression, or privacy rights. An attack against one liberty is an attack against all liberty, and I will not allow these extremists to gain one inch of ground in their quest to take away our rights. David Flippo Will:
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2022
David Flippo did not complete Ballotpedia's 2022 Candidate Connection survey.
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See also
2026 Elections
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Footnotes
- ↑ 1.0 1.1 Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on August 28, 2025
- ↑ Note: This text is quoted verbatim from the original source. Any inconsistencies are attributable to the original source.
- ↑ David Flippo for Congress, “Issues,” accessed June 7, 2024
