Oklahoma
Though the state features two US Senate elections, a closer than expected gubernatorial race is dominating the Sooner State’s political scene. Gov. Kevin Stitt (R), somewhat due to accusations of his administration mishandling the Covid relief funds and regarding certain business dealings that involved Mr. Stitt prior to his election, has made the Governor’s campaign competitive. The Democratic nominee is Superintendent of Public Instruction Joy Hofmeister, who has won a statewide election in what is typically a solidly Republican state.
Sen. James Lankford (R) and Rep. Markwayne Mullin (R-Westville), the latter of whom is looking to succeed resigning Rep. Jim Inhofe (R), are both headed to Tuesday night victories. Four of the state’s five US House incumbents are seeking re-election and each will record strong victories. In Rep. Mullin’s open eastern Oklahoma 2nd District, GOP nominee Josh Brecheen, a former state Senator, is heavily favored to defeat Democratic nominee Naomi Andrews.
