Las Vegas, Nevada – A fierce family feud has emerged in Nevada’s congressional race, as Christine Halseth, the mother of the late Daniel Halseth, accuses her former daughter-in-law, Elizabeth Helgelien, of a range of scandals and lies. The rift stems from the tragic murder of Daniel by his own daughter, Sierra, and her boyfriend in 2021. Now, as Helgelien vies for a Republican congressional nomination, Halseth has publicly demanded her withdrawal from the race, claiming that she “raised a murderer.”
Halseth’s scathing op-ed, titled ‘The Worst Congressional Candidate Ever?’, details accusations against Helgelien for her alleged involvement in sex scandals, lies, and posing for lewd photographs. The article further delves into the tumultuous marriage between Daniel and Elizabeth, marred by allegations of domestic violence that eventually led to a contentious divorce. Despite his troubled past, Halseth fondly remembers her late son as a loving father and skilled photographer.
The feud intensifies as Halseth paints Helgelien as unfit for public office, citing her alleged infidelity, missed meetings, and questionable character. Halseth’s allegations hint at a troubled relationship between Sierra and her parents, with claims of abuse and manipulation surfacing before Daniel’s tragic demise. The murder, involving Sierra and her boyfriend, was brutal, with the pair sentenced to life in prison for the crime.
As the political battle unfolds, Helgelien faces off against multiple Republican contenders in a highly contested primary, as they vie to unseat the Democratic incumbent. Despite support from Trump allies, Helgelien’s past indiscretions and family drama threaten to overshadow her political ambitions. Halseth’s public outcry against Helgelien serves as a cautionary tale of personal grievances intersecting with political aspirations, creating a dynamic and contentious electoral landscape in Nevada’s 3rd District.