Cardiologist primaries Lee, argues Trump era is ‘not the time’ for moderates

By: April Corbin Girnus

Outlets: Nevada Current

Published: May 8, 2026

Words: 1,296

Last Updated: 3 weeks, 6 days ago

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Since being elected by Nevadans in 2018, U.S. Rep. Susie Lee has prided herself on being a centrist who can reach across the aisle. This year, she faces a primary challenge from a Las Vegas cardiologist who feels centrism has enabled the Trump administration.

But Dr. James Lally wouldn’t call his run a challenge from the left.

“I agree with progressives on some stuff,” he said. “There’s some stuff I’m more centrist on. But I …

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