Highest-Ranking Nevada Lawmaker Endorses Marco Rubio
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CARSON CITY, Nev. (CBSMiami/AP) — Republican presidential hopeful Marco Rubio has gotten an endorsement from the highest-ranking member of the Nevada Legislature.
Republican Sen. Michael Roberson announced Monday that he was supporting the Floridasenator. Roberson said it was time to turn the page on the ideas of yesterday and usher in Rubio's new vision.
Roberson is seeking election to Nevada's 3rd Congressional District, which includes Henderson and Summerlin. The seat is currently held by Republican Rep. Joe Heck, who's running for the U.S. Senate.
Rubio just finished a three-day campaign swing through southern Nevada. His campaign chairman is Lt. Gov. Mark Hutchison, and he's earned high-profile endorsements, including one from former Nevada Gov. Bob List.
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