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Oklahoma elections: Republicans competing to replace Gov. Kevin Stitt

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Oklahoma State Capitol

The Oklahoma state capitol on June 7, 2026.

 Shayfer Cannon/OU Daily

This story is part of our primary election coverage collection, which includes articles from Oklahoma Voice. The election will take place Aug. 25, with early voting Aug. 20-22.

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Gentner Drummond

A former fighter pilot, Gentner Drummond currently serves as Oklahoma's attorney general. If elected, he wants to lower the cost of living, address homelessness and mental health, work with tribal partners and fix rural roads.

Mike Mazzei

Mike Mazzei is a financial adviser and former state senator. If elected, he wants to eliminate property taxes for seniors and veterans, reform education and create a business environment that leads to more high paying jobs.

Oklahoma Voice is an affiliate of States Newsroom, a nation 501(c)(3) nonprofit supported by grants and donations focused on delivering state government news. The Voice maintains full editorial independence. For more stories by Oklahoma Voice go to oklahomavoice.com.

 

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