Trump-backed businessman Mike Mazzei looks to secure GOP nomination for Oklahoma governor
Summary
Mike Mazzei, a businessman and former state senator, is competing in the Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma governor. He has received endorsements and support from President Donald Trump, who opposes Mazzei’s rival, Attorney General Gentner Drummond. The winner will face Democrat Cyndi Munson in the November election.Key Facts
- Mike Mazzei is running for the Republican nomination for Oklahoma governor.
- President Donald Trump has endorsed Mazzei and criticized his opponent, Gentner Drummond.
- Gentner Drummond is the current Oklahoma Attorney General and former Air Force pilot.
- Drummond led the first round of voting but by a narrow margin over Mazzei.
- Oklahoma's current governor, Kevin Stitt, is term-limited and endorsed Mazzei.
- Trump carried Oklahoma with over 65% of the vote in his presidential races.
- Both Trump and Drummond have criticized Governor Stitt.
- The Republican nominee is expected to be favored in the general election, as a Democrat has not won since 2006.
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