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Mike Mazzei wins Oklahoma’s governor race, defeats Cyndi Munson

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Republican governor nominee Mike Mazzei

Oklahoma Republican gubernatorial candidate Mike Mazzei delivers his closing remarks at a televised debate in Tulsa, Okla., Monday, Aug. 3, 2026. (Jake Ramsey/Oklahoma Watch via AP)

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Mike Mazzei declared victory over Cyndi Munson in the Oklahoma governor's race at his watch party in Tulsa. Munson conceded the race at her Oklahoma City watch party.

As of 10:11 p.m., with 84% of votes counted, Mazzei has earned 52.4%, or 537,388 votes, according to unofficial results from the Associated Press. Munson has earned 45.4%, or 465,107 votes.

Mazzei, a Republican, is a financial adviser and former state senator. He said that 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.

Prior reporting from Oklahoma Voice contributed to this report.

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