Trump-backed candidate loses Oklahoma GOP gubernatorial primary runoff

On August 25, 2026, Oklahoma Republicans held a primary runoff for governor between Trump-backed Mike Mazzei and Gentner Drummond, the state attorney general known for his independent streak. Drummond won the GOP nomination to succeed term-limited Governor Kevin Stitt.

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Live results: Trump seeks primary win in Oklahoma governor's runoff

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President Trump's pick to succeed term-limited Gov. Kevin Stitt in Oklahoma is duking it out in a Tuesday GOP runoff for the party's nod. Mike Mazzei, a former state senator and state budget secretary, is facing off against state Attorney General Gentner Drummond. Trump has called Drummond a "fake Republican," ripping the candidate for not...