Hern wins GOP primary for Mullin’s Senate seat in Oklahoma

Kevin Hern has clinched the Republican primary for Oklahoma's Senate seat, succeeding Markwayne Mullin who left to become Homeland Security Secretary in President Trump's Cabinet. Hern's victory in March solidified his position as the likely next senator from Oklahoma, with the state's governor now set to appoint a new representative for the House. This outcome underscores Hern's strong party backing and could influence the political landscape in Oklahoma, potentially impacting state-level legislative priorities and federal policy alignment.