When incumbent Republican Representative Richard Cannady announced his retirement, Clausen declared his candidacy for the seat. Clausen defeated businessmen Ed Werner and Chris Sorge in the Republican primary with 50% of the vote.[2] Clausen defeated Democrat Shalyn Anderson in the general election with 88% of the vote.[3]
2018
In the August 18, 2020 Republican Primary, Clausen was unopposed and won with 2,044 votes.[4] Clausen was also unopposed for the November 6, 2018 General Election and won with 2,942 votes.[5]
2020
In the August 18, 2020 Republican Primary, Clausen was challenged by Camilla Hicks but defeated her with 1,542 votes (61.8%).[6] Clausen was unopposed for the November 3, 2020 General Election, winning with 4,296 votes.[7]