3 primary contests to watch Tuesday in West Virginia and Nebraska

Rep. Alex Mooney, a Republican candidate for West Virginia's 2nd Congressional District, addresses a rally put on by former President Donald Trump in Greensburg, Pa., on Friday. (Gene J. Puskar/AP)

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In the Republican strongholds of West Virginia and Nebraska, bitter divisions within a few notable GOP primary contests take center stage Tuesday.

Former President Donald Trump has endorsed candidates in competitive races in both states, making Tuesday another evaluation of his influence over the Republican Party after a successful showing for Trump-supported candidates last week.

West Virginia’s 2nd Congressional District