Data centers, redistricting and Great Salt Lake take center stage in Republican CD2 debate

Incumbent Rep. Blake Moore and challenger Utah Rep. Karianne Lisonbee made their case to Republican voters from a debate stage ahead of the June 23 primary election.

By: Annie Knox

Outlets: Utah News Dispatch

Published: June 2, 2026

Words: 674

Last Updated: 1 week, 2 days ago

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Rep. Blake Moore defended his record during three terms in Congress Monday as Republican primary challenger state Rep. Karianne Lisonbee attacked him for backing a 2018 anti-gerrymandering measure at the heart of a legal battle that resulted in a safe blue seat in Utah.

From a debate stage in Salt Lake City, the two candidates pitched themselves to voters in Utah’s newly drawn 2nd Congressional District, staking out differences in how they see plans …

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