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GOP Governor Candidate’s Wife Defends Husband Over Biden Donation ‘Error’

GOP Governor Candidate’s Wife Defends Husband Over Biden Donation ‘Error’

Summary

Wendy Drummond, wife of Oklahoma GOP governor candidate Gentner Drummond, explained a $1,000 donation to Joe Biden’s 2020 campaign was a mistake she made using a shared credit card. The donation was refunded, and she said no money was given to Biden. The issue has become a point of attack in the Republican primary race ahead of the June 16 election.

Key Facts

  • Gentner Drummond is running for governor of Oklahoma in the Republican primary.
  • A $1,000 donation to Joe Biden’s 2020 campaign was mistakenly recorded under Drummond’s name.
  • The donation was refunded after the campaign said it was an error.
  • Wendy Drummond said she tried to donate without her husband knowing but used a joint credit card, so the payment appeared under his name.
  • Oklahoma is a strongly Republican state where the GOP primary usually decides the next governor.
  • Former President Donald Trump endorsed Mike Mazzei, another GOP candidate in the race.
  • The primary election will be on June 16, with a runoff on August 25 if no candidate wins a majority.
  • Candidates are criticizing each other’s political records and loyalties in a close contest.
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