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Trump Dumps Lahmeyer, Backs Tedford In Oklahoma House Race

June 18, 2026·19 days ago·via Fox News Politics
Trump Dumps Lahmeyer, Backs Tedford In Oklahoma House Race
Trump pulls his endorsement from Jackson Lahmeyer and backs state Rep. Mark Tedford in Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District after a texting scandal rocks Lahmeyer’s campaign. Lahmeyer then suspends his bid, clearing the way for Tedford in the deep-red seat. The episode shows how personal baggage and political distraction can still sink a candidate, even in a safely Republican district. Read more about this...

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