Trump-Backed Rep. Alex Mooney Wins West Virginia GOP Primary

Trump-Backed Rep. Alex Mooney Wins West Virginia GOP Primary

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The transcript discusses a Republican primary race in West Virginia, where Trump-backed Alex Mooney defeated incumbent David McKinley. Mooney's victory was influenced by Trump's active support, including rallies and endorsements. The race was contentious due to McKinley's vote to certify the 2020 election, which Mooney opposed. In the same election, Barry Wendell secured the Democratic nomination.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the two incumbents competing for the Republican nomination in West Virginia?

Donald Trump and Alex Mooney

David McKinley and Alex Mooney

David McKinley and Barry Wendell

Barry Wendell and Alex Mooney

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a key factor that made the primary race contentious?

Mooney's support for the 2020 election results

McKinley's vote to certify the 2020 election

McKinley's opposition to the 2020 election results

Mooney's lack of endorsements

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many times did Donald Trump endorse Alex Mooney?

Once

Twice

Four times

Three times

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mooney say about Donald Trump's involvement in his campaign?

Trump was indifferent to the race

Trump only endorsed him once

Trump attended a live rally for him

Trump did not support him

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who won the Democratic nomination for the U.S. House seat in West Virginia?

David McKinley

Alex Mooney

Donald Trump

Barry Wendell