Republican Michael Kennedy held a big lead over Democrat Glenn Wright in the race to replace U.S. Rep. John Curtis in Utah's 3rd Congressional District.
Republican Michael Kennedy wins Utah’s 3rd Congressional District seat previously held by John CurtisBased on early returns Tuesday, Kennedy led Democratic nominee Glenn Wright by 30 percentage points in the race for the congressional seat that mainly encompasses eastern Utah but includes a portion of Salt Lake County.
“This victory is just the beginning,” Kennedy said Tuesday night. “Now, we get to work to protect what makes Utah special and ensure that future generations thrive in a stronger and freer America.” Wright, a veteran who had previously run for Congress, spent $58,000 on the race and was outpaced by Kennedy, who spent $680,000, much of it during the GOP primary.for the congressional seat, which saw 10 contenders file for the spot. One withdrew, four were eliminated at the Republican nominating convention, and Kennedy edged out four others — state Auditor John Dougall, Stewart Peay, J.R. Bird and Case Lawrence — in the Republican primary, receiving 39% of the vote in the crowded field.
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