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Sean Buckner

A Cherokee citizen, Sean Buckner is a military veteran who says he has spent years holding government leaders accountable. If elected, he'll prioritize securing the border, create a full principal and interest mortgage deduction and champion policies that promote natural gas-powered manufacturing.

Gary Ty England

A lifelong Oklahoman, Gary Ty England was Garth Brooks' college roommate and played in his band before building his own solo country music career. If elected, he'll prioritize strong borders, fiscal responsibility and supporting veterans.

Nick Hankins

Nick Hankins said he's running for U.S. Senate to hold anyone accountable who aided Jeffery Epstein, ban "Islamic followers from immigrating" and stop foreign wars. He said he will only consider bills that have a single subject or contain line-item vetoes.

Kevin Hern

Kevin Hern, who started an organization that owns multiple McDonald's restaurants, currently serves as the U.S. congressman for Oklahoma's first district. If elected, he'll prioritize policies that support veterans, protect religious liberty and secure the border.

Brian Ragain

For over 20 years, Brian Ragain has worked as a firefighter-paramedic with the Chickasha Fire Department and in various health care roles. He wants to pass policies improving mental health treatment for veterans, ending wars in the Middle East and prioritizing energy independence.

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