Oklahoma election news
- USMcAlester News-Capital, Okla.
5 THINGS TO KNOW: How to register to vote by Aug. 2
Jul. 30—The Oklahoma State Election Board offers a variety of ways to register to vote and explains who is eligible. 1 How many ways are there to register? To register online, use the OK Voter Portal's Online Voter Registration System. An Oklahoma Driver License/State ID and a signature on file with Service Oklahoma is required. To register by mail, acquire a Voter Registration Application ...
3 min read - PoliticsKFOR articles
‘We’ll get him back here’: VP candidate JD Vance focuses on financing during OKC visit
Vice Presidential candidate JD Vance made a stop in Oklahoma City Friday focused specifically on campaign financing.
2 min read - USKFOR articles
Mixed reaction to OKC private luncheon held for candidate J.D. Vance
It was a mixed reaction from many who lived in the neighborhoods surrounding Gaillardia during Republican Vice Presidential candidate J.D. Vance's Friday visit.
2 min read - PoliticsTahlequah Daily Press, Okla.
POLITICAL ROUNDUP: Trump's veep choice sparks typical divide
Jul. 26—Local opinions are divided on former President Donald Trump's choice of Sen. J.D. Vance as a vice presidential running mate, and two of Oklahoma's state senators are OK with the choice. State Sen. Blake "Cowboy" Stephens, R-District 3, said Vance was clearly vetted by former President Trump and is trusted to do the job and put America first. "This includes opposing radical ...
5 min read - PoliticsClaremore Daily Progress, Okla.
Rogers County's two top Democrats back Harris as party's presidential candidate
Jul. 25—Two of Rogers County's most prominent Democrats said Vice President Kamala Harris is their top pick for the presidential nomination. President Joe Biden dropped out of the race July 21, forcing the Democratic Party to seek a new candidate ahead of the party's national convention in late August. Paula Strickland, vice chair of the Rogers County Democrats, said she'd had a feeling Biden ...
3 min read - USPauls Valley Daily Democrat, Okla.
Having a say in county tax vote
Jul. 24—From Staff Reports Pauls Valley Democrat For those interested in having a say in an upcoming vote on a Garvin Countysales tax the deadline is August 2 to get registered. That's quickly followed by a deadline of August 12 to request mailed absentee ballots. Early voting at the Garvin County Election Board is scheduled for Thursday and Friday, 22-23. The date of August 27 set aside for ...
2 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
JD Vance, GOP nominee for vice president, set to appear at OKC fundraiser, luncheon
Republican vice presidential candidate and U.S. Sen. JD Vance is expected to speak at a private luncheon this Friday in Oklahoma City, The Oklahoman has learned.
3 min read - USTahlequah Daily Press, Okla.
GET OUT THE VOTE: Rozell says precinct worker pay increase will help with local recruitment
Jul. 23—The secretary of the Cherokee County Election Board said precinct workers here are exceptional, and a pay raise that went into effect July 1 will improve recruitment for poll workers. Pay for precinct judges and clerks is now $200, and inspectors receive $225, said Secretary Tiffany Rozell. A bill passed by the Oklahoma Legislature in 2023 doubled the pay precinct officials receive for ...
4 min read - PoliticsMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
Convention delegates support Harris as nominee
Jul. 23—Area delegates to the Democratic National Convention next month say they support Vice President Kamala Harris as their party's nominee following the withdrawal of President Joe Biden from the race Sunday. The convention is Aug. 19-22 in Chicago. Judy Ross Moore of Webbers Falls, an at-large delegate, said she supports Harris "at this point." "I think Biden has great faith in her or he ...
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
OKC Mayor Holt touts tourism, industry wins in State of the City address
OKC Mayor David Holt struck a triumphant tone during his State of the City address while explaining recent development successes and upcoming elections.
6 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Oklahoma Democrats now looking at potential candidates for vice president's post
President Biden's decision not to seek a second term launches a flurry of speculation about a replacement ― and a VP.
4 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Are you registered to vote? What to know about Oklahoma election dates, ballots
You won't be able to cast a ballot for president this year unless you're registered to vote. Here's what to know about deadlines and where to register
3 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
With Biden out, how will Oklahoma Democratic delegates cast their votes? What we know
Oklahoma is sending 36 delegates to the Democratic National Convention who are pledged to support Joe Biden. What happens now that he's out?
2 min read - PoliticsExaminer Enterprise
Oklahoma lawmakers call for Biden's immediate resignation following reelection withdrawal
President Biden announced he won't seek a second term, eliciting mixed reactions from Oklahoma leaders.
2 min read - PoliticsKFOR articles
Oklahoma Lawmakers React to President Biden Dropping Out of 2024 Race
President Joe Biden announced Sunday afternoon he will not be seeking reelection this November. Oklahoma lawmakers reacted to the news and said they're looking forward to the upcoming Democratic National Convention.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
State Democrats praise Biden, say they will move quickly to unify party for presidential race
Depending on who you ask, President Biden's exit from the 2024 presidential race was either smart and unselfish or the final chapter of a bad administration.
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Oklahoma officials respond to Biden dropping out of race
Oklahoma lawmakers are sharing their reaction following President Joe Biden announcing that he is dropping out of the 2024 presidential race.
4 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
With Biden out of the race, Democrats have little time to put someone else on the ballot
With President Joe Biden now out of the race, is there enough time to put another Democrat on the ballot?
2 min read - USClaremore Daily Progress, Okla.
Poll worker pay raise will 'absolutely' help recruitment, says election board secretary
Jul. 20—Oklahoma poll workers will receive double pay during future elections, thanks to a new state law. Julie Dermody, secretary of the Rogers County Election Board, said this will "absolutely" help the election board recruit and retain poll workers. "In November, a lot of people, they are dedicated to serving in this capacity," Dermody said. "Some of them, they take the day off from work, ...
4 min read - USMcAlester News-Capital, Okla.
Absentee ballot, voter registration deadlines loom for Aug. 27 elections
Jul. 18—The deadline to be able to vote in the McAlester mayoral election or to request an absentee ballot is nearing. Other local elections set for Aug. 27 are for residents living in the Krebs and Kiowa school districts where propositions will be on the ballot. Pittsburg County Election Board Secretary Tonya Barnes said the deadline to apply for voter registration to vote in the Aug. 27 ...
2 min read - PoliticsClaremore Daily Progress, Okla.
Two Rogers County Republicans among Oklahoma's RNC delegation
Jul. 17—Two members of the Rogers County GOP represented Oklahoma at the Republican National Convention in Milwaukee. Narcisa Crafts, state committeewoman for the county party, was one of the state's 43 delegates at the convention. Tanya Mitschke, second district committeewoman, was an alternate. The delegates formally nominate the Republican Party's candidate for president of the United ...
3 min read - USMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
City calls off bond issue and sales tax election
Jul. 17—Muskogee Mayor Patrick Cale said he wants public input before moving on with possible bond elections after city councilors voted to call off the Aug. 27 election. Councilors voted Monday to repeal ordinances calling for a bond issue election and sales tax elections and to postpone the elections. The election was to have four propositions. Three propositions called for passage of ...
3 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Oklahoma delegates to GOP Convention united in praising JD Vance as VP choice for Trump
While some around the country are surprised and skeptical about Donald Trump's pick as his running mate, OK convention delegates call it a "home run"
5 min read - USExaminer Enterprise
Washington County voters have until Aug. 2 to register to vote in the GOP primary runoff
Voters in have until Friday, August 2, to register or switch party affiliation to participate in GOP runoff for County Commissioner race.
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Oklahoma State Election Board held ballot order drawing Tuesday
A public drawing to determine the ballot order of political parties and Independent candidates for the general election ballot on November 5 was held Tuesday morning at the Oklahoma State Capitol.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
National Democratic group focusing on two Oklahoma legislative races this fall
A national organization, charged with electing Democratic lawmakers to state legislatures, announced it was spotlighting two Oklahoma races this year.
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Fight for $15: Supporters deliver signatures to raise minimum wage
There was a major step forward in an effort to raise Oklahoma's minimum wage. For months, Raise the Wage Oklahoma, the group leading the push, has been gathering signatures as they hope to gain enough support to get the measure on the ballot.
3 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Oklahoma Senate's GOP caucus chooses Lonnie Paxton, of Tuttle, to be its new leader
Paxon was chosen to replace retiring Sen. Greg Treat after first choice, Greg McCortney, of Ada, was unexpectedly defeated in primary election
6 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Petition to raise minimum wage gets double the signatures needed to appear on ballot, supporters say
Other hurdles remain, but if approved by voters in November supporters estimate that more than 320,000 Oklahomans would get a pay raise.
2 min read - USThe Oklahoman
State leaders call for end to political violence, unity after Trump assassination attempt
The attempted assassination on Trump sparked calls for unity, prayers and an almost unanimous call by state leaders for an end to political violence.
6 min read - USKFOR articles
Watch: New controversy surround the Oklahoma State Dept. of Education, remembering an Oklahoma political statesman
It was a busy week for Oklahoma and national politics.
- USClaremore Daily Progress, Okla.
Two fire district seats contested in November election
Jul. 13—Voters in the Foyil and Verdigris fire protection districts will choose between two candidates to represent them on their district's board of directors. Denny Grigg and incumbent Perry Atchley are the candidates in the Foyil district, which includes the Foyil, Bushyhead and Sequoyah areas. Bruce Coon and Mike L. Miller, the incumbent, are vying for the open Verdigris seat. The fire ...
1 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
OK Senate special session begins Monday. Next Pro Tem, regent approval on the agenda
Senators will convene for a vote on Jennifer Callahan’s nomination at 10 a.m., followed by a 1 p.m. Republican Caucus meeting.
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Pay raise for OK precinct workers goes into effect. How much do they make?
Precinct officials received a pay increase from $110 a day to $225 a day for inspectors and from $100 a day to $200 a day for judges and clerks.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
As Democratic National Convention nears, Oklahoma delegates reflect party uncertainty
Party chair and former governor reflect uncertainty among Democrats over question of President Biden remaining in the race
4 min read - USKFOR articles
‘Put it to a vote’: District judge decides special election on entertainment district won’t happen for now
A Cleveland County district judge decided Thursday that allowing a special election to take place in Norman next month would be an improper legislative act.
2 min read - USMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
Council to consider delaying bond election
Jul. 11—Muskogee City Council members could postpone the General Obligation Bond Issue and Sales Tax elections, Mayor Patrick Cale said. The council is to consider possible postponement at a special called meeting 5:30 p.m. Monday at the council chambers. The election, set for Aug. 27, contains four propositions. Three propositions call for passage of a general obligation bond issue totaling ...
1 min read - USKFOR articles
Judge stalls special election on Norman entertainment district project
A Cleveland County District Judge granted a temporary injunction to postpone the vote to approve the Norman entertainment district project after two former mayors filed a lawsuit on Tuesday.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
The GOP presidential nominee isn't in question, but OK lawmakers expect debates at the convention
Oklahoma state senator is among critics of Republican party's platform as not strong enough on abortion and Christian values.
5 min read - USMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
Council agrees to seek state audit
Jul. 9—Muskogee City Councilors have agreed to seek a state audit of the city and "pertinent trust authorities." The resolution, passed unanimously at a Monday meeting, features language identical to a petition being circulated by a group of concerned residents, Mayor Patrick Cale said. "To make it clear that the council's objectives are the same as concerned citizens of Muskogee, we added ...
3 min read - PoliticsStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Presidential candidates' fitness and character a concern for local voters
Jul. 6—In the upcoming race between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump this November, if women voters came out in force across the country, it could impact the election. Women voters in Stillwater and across Payne County are expressing apathy, or even disgust, in the current election. This is either due to the choice of the candidates, or that they belong to the Democratic ...
7 min read - USKFOR articles
Supporters and opponents of OK minimum wage petition react to upcoming deadline
The deadline for supporters of a petition to gradually raise the minimum wage in Oklahoma is less than two weeks away.
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Former county election board member sues Oklahoma Election Board for free speech violation
Jenni White, of OKC, says in lawsuit she raised questions about election improprieties which she later corrected and shouldn't have been fired.
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
New laws will make ballot initiative process more restrictive, lawmaker says
The people of Oklahoma have the right to change the state Constitution and pass laws without approval of the Legislature. The process is getting harder.
5 min read - PoliticsMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
Presidential debate causes concern among Muskogee area viewers
Jun. 29—Thursday's debate between President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump didn't seem to change the minds of some area voters. "Both of them kind of dropped the ball on important answers," said the Rev. Michael Webber, a pastor who identified as an independent. "They didn't address issues that needed to be addressed. Biden looked sometimes like he was stunned and did a lot ...
3 min read - PoliticsStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
From dismay to worry, local residents react to Presidential debates
Jun. 28—President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump held the first presidential debate of the 2024 general election Thursday in Atlanta. Views and impressions of the debate with residents of Stillwater and Payne County were not really mixed — most people are reported to not liking either candidate, no matter their party affiliation, and that the debate fell flat, and for some, was ...
3 min read - USExaminer Enterprise
WCGOP lawyer and key Stearman ally fined $25K for OK elections ethics breach
Attorney Jonathan Krems fined $25K for ethics violations linked to Stearman's 2020 campaign.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
The first presidential debate is Thursday: Where to watch, stream Trump-Biden face off
Joe Biden and Donald Trump will take the debate stage on Thursday. CNN anchors Dana Bash and Jake Tapper will moderate. Here's what to know.
2 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. talks border, marijuana at national sheriffs conference in OKC
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump were invited, but only Kennedy accepted the invitation for the convention in Oklahoma City.
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Cosplay, comics and civics: Nerding the Vote helps Soonercon goers register to vote
Statistics show voter turnout among people 18 to 29 years old is low. At Soonercon in Norman, they're encouraged to register, vote and make a difference.
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Flash Point: Cong. Tom Cole joins the team to break down the state primary elections
The Oklahoma Primary Elections are over and there was at least one surprise.
1 min read - USStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Chris Reding, District 2 commissioner, ready for the next chapter
Jun. 22—Chris Reding, county commissioner District 2 in Payne County, will prepare this summer and fall to hand his office over to Seth Condley, the commissioner-elect who won this seat in Tuesday's elections. Incumbent Reding was beat by the newcomer and will not serve what would have been a fourth term in office. "I wish him well in his new opportunity to serve the County," Reding said. "I ...
1 min read - USTahlequah Daily Press, Okla.
Runoff slated for D3 Senate race
Jun. 21—A primary runoff between Republicans Julie McIntosh and Sen. Blake "Cowboy" Stephens is set for Aug. 27 in the District 3 Oklahoma Senate race. Early voting is Aug. 22-23, 8 a.m.-6 p.m, and Saturday, Aug. 24, 8 a.m.-2 p.m., at the Cherokee County Election Board, 914 S. College Ave. For the general election, voters must cast ballots in their respective precincts. In all races, a ...
3 min read - USClaremore Daily Progress, Okla.
Blake "Cowboy" Stephens goes to runoff, other incumbents defend seats
Jun. 20—Though most Rogers County incumbents held onto their seats in Tuesday's primary elections, Sen. Blake "Cowboy" Stephens will face challenger Julie McIntosh in an August runoff election. Julie Dermody, secretary of the Rogers County Election Board, said races in Oklahoma advance to a runoff if no candidate secures 50% plus one of the votes cast. Stephens got 38.08% of the vote, and ...
3 min read - USStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Political newcomer Seth Condley wins commissioner seat
Jun. 20—District 2 in Payne County will have a new commissioner in January, Seth Condley, who won his first seat in office Tuesday. Incumbent District 2 County Commissioner Chris Reding was unseated by the newcomer, in what would have been a fourth term in office, in Tuesday's Republican primary runoff by a vote of 518 to 382. Condley spent much of Tuesday in Stillwater holding up his election ...
4 min read - PoliticsThe Ada News, Okla.
McCortney loses reelection bid
Jun. 20—Incumbent Greg McCortney of Ada lost his bid for reelection in the District 13 State Senate race to Jonathan Wingard, 42, Ada, in Tuesday's primary election. With only two Republican candidates in the race, Wingard will be sworn in as the new representative in the fall. District 13 includes all of Pontotoc and Hughes counties, all but a small portion of western Garvin County and pieces ...
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Man chosen as next Oklahoma Senate President Pro Tem loses primary election
Oklahoma Senate Republicans will have to go back to the drawing board after the man they previously chose to take over as Senate President Pro Tempore next year lost his primary election Tuesday night.
3 min read - USStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Jenkins discusses plans for House District 33
Jun. 19—Oklahoma State House of Representatives candidate Molly Jenkins won the District 33 seat in the Primary Election against incumbent Rep. John Talley, R-Stillwater, that ended in a landslide after early voting and reporting districts had it relatively close. Jenkins won with a total of 2,740 votes, or 60.39% of the vote. "This is a win for the people of House District 33, and I am ...
4 min read - USStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Grellner avoids runoff in race to November election
Jun. 19—Oklahomans gave a resounding "yes" to State Senate candidate Randy Grellner, who ran for the District 21 seat and won the June 18 Primary Tuesday. Grellner won a total of 4,130 votes, or 79.67%. More than 3,600 of the votes were cast Tuesday, 406 were cast during early voting and 89 were cast via absentee mail. The News Press followed up with Grellner following the results of Tuesday ...
4 min read - USMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
Hays keeps house seat, Turner wins Disrict 15, senate race in runoff
Jun. 19—Incumbent District 13 Rep. Neil Hays said he was surprised by the large percentage of votes he received after defeating Jarod Mendenhall in Tuesday's Republican primary. "We thought it would be more 65 or 70 percent," Hays said. "But it really goes out to the message and going out to communicate directly with the voters. We knocked on a lot of doors, talked to a lot of people. Voter ...
2 min read - USMuskogee Phoenix, Okla.
Hyslop to serve Muskogee County District 2 again
Jun. 19—Keith Hyslop was confident in his reelection bid. Hyslop was rewarded Tuesday for that confidence as he defeated challenger Hayden Wright in the Republican primary for Muskogee County District 2 Commissioner. Because there were no other challengers on the ballot for any party nomination, Hyslop will keep the seat. Hyslop posted a message on his Facebook page thanking his supporters. "I ...
2 min read - USKFOR articles
‘Still needs to resign’: McCurtain County Sheriff voted out following controversial recordings
Residents in McCurtain County voted out Sheriff Kevin Clardy in a Tuesday primary just a little over a year after a scandal he's been tied to.
5 min read - USThe Oklahoman
McCurtain County sheriff captured in bombshell recording loses seat in GOP primary
Kevin Clardy came under fire after audio captured him talking about harming journalists
4 min read - USThe Oklahoman
In Oklahoma politics, some tribes emerge as big campaign contributors
Candidates and committees on both sides of the political aisle have reported contributions from Oklahoma tribal nations this year.
4 min read - USThe Norman Transcript, Okla.
Amason secures reelection; three Senate, House races in county go to runoffs
In Tuesday’s primary for state and county races, all three Cleveland County incumbents defended their offices. In the midst of financial scrutiny from the County Commissioners, Sheriff Chris Amason kept his position with 53.4% of the vote. Challengers Julie Tipton and Tim Deal secured 33% and 13.7% of the vote, respectively. District 2 County Commissioner Jacob McHughes defeated challenger ...
3 min read - USThe Norman Transcript, Okla.
Early voting more popular with more opportunities
More than 2,300 people voted early in Cleveland County, having been giving access to four different locations to submit in-person absentee ballots. Cleveland County voters had the option of voting Thursday through Saturday at Sooner Mall, Noble Public Library, Moore Public Library and the Oklahoma City campus of Moore-Norman Technology Center. With those options, 2,320 people cast ballots, ...
1 min read - USStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Seth Condley wins District 2 Payne County Commissioner race
Jun. 18—Seth Condley, a newcomer to office and seeking his first term for the District 2 County Commissioner office, will be its newest commissioner come January. With no other party challenging the two candidates, Condley won Tuesday's Republican primary runoff 518 votes to 382 against incumbent Chris Reding. Condley was on the phone with the News Press when his win became official and amidst ...
1 min read - USMcAlester News-Capital, Okla.
Morris, Smith win reelection, Haynes wins District 2 Commissioner seat
Jun. 18—Pittsburg County voters reelected Chris Morris as sheriff and Pam Smith as court clerk with county residents in District 2 electing a new commissioner. Unofficial results from the Oklahoma Election Board show Morris garnered 2,453 votes and 56.88% of the vote over fellow Republican challenger Randy Hass' 1,875 votes, or 43.32%. "I just want to thank all my family, my supporters and I ...
2 min read - USStillwater NewsPress, Okla.
Grellner wins State Senate Primary
Jun. 18—Oklahomans gave a resounding "yes" to State Senate candidate Randy Grellner, who ran for the District 21 seat and won the June 18 Primary Election Tuesday. Grellner won a total of 4,130 votes, or 79.67%. More than 3,600 of the votes were cast Tuesday, 406 were cast during early voting and 89 were cast via absentee mail. Grellner spoke with the News Press Tuesday, as friends and family ...
1 min read - USExaminer Enterprise
Incumbents triumph: Washington County voters reject 'grassroots' GOP primary candidates
Washington County voters decisively rejected "grassroots" candidates in the June 18 GOP primary, securing victories for incumbents Daniels and Strom.
3 min read - USThe Oklahoman
State Rep. Ajay Pittman wins Oklahoma House District 99 seat
State Rep. Ajay Pittman won the seat for the northeastern Oklahoma City House District 99 representative in Tuesday's primary.
2 min read - SportsKFOR articles
Despite vastly outspending, Bondar loses OK-4 primary challenge to Tom Cole
Despite outspending U.S. Representative Tom Cole’s campaign by nearly $2 million, Paul Bondar lost his primary challenge to Cole on Tuesday.
2 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Mann defeats Grimaldo in Oklahoma Senate District 46 primary's unofficial results
Mark Mann defeated Sam Wargin Grimaldo in Tuesday's primary for Oklahoma's Senate District 46.
1 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Cole outlasts Bondar in 'bar fight' to take 4th District GOP primary; Lucas, Hern cruise
U.S. Rep. Tom Cole won what he called a 'bar fight' against a well-funded challenger to win the GOP primary for the Fourth Congressional District.
8 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Ron Lynch, Mike Kelley forced into runoff for Oklahoma House District 60
Mike Kelley and Ron Lynch were forced into a runoff in Tuesday's primary for Oklahoma's House District 60.
1 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Jason Blair, Nick Pokorny forced into runoff for Oklahoma House District 53
Jason Blair and Nick Pokorny were forced into a runoff in Tuesday's primary after none of the four candidates earned more than 50% of the vote.
1 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Ellen Pogemiller wins Democratic bid for District 88 House seat, goes on to Nov. election
Democrat Ellen Pogemiller will face the Independent candidate, Bobby McCollum, in the Oklahoma House District 88 race this fall.
1 min read - USThe Oklahoman
Oklahoma Corporation Commission GOP primary race goes to Brian Bingman
Brian Bingman wins Corporation Commission primary election race
3 min read - PoliticsThe Oklahoman
Oklahoma primary elections 2024: Key races put state Senate leadership in turmoil
A handful of high-profile legislative races threw Oklahoma's state House and Senate into turmoil after Tuesday's 2024 primary election.
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