Trump-backed candidate heads to runoff in GOP primary for Oklahoma governor
Summary
The Republican primary for Oklahoma governor will go to a runoff between Attorney General Gentner Drummond and Mike Mazzei, who has President Donald Trump’s support. The race is to replace Governor Kevin Stitt, who cannot run again due to term limits.Key Facts
- The Oklahoma governor's Republican primary did not produce a clear winner, leading to a runoff election.
- Gentner Drummond, Oklahoma’s Attorney General, is one of the candidates in the runoff.
- Mike Mazzei, supported by President Donald Trump, is the other candidate in the runoff.
- The current governor, Kevin Stitt, is term-limited and cannot run for reelection.
- Early polls suggested Drummond might lead in the crowded race, but Mazzei has strong backing from President Trump.
- The primary is part of the process to choose the Republican candidate for governor.
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