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Oklahoma Schools Add Trump's Election Claims to Curriculum

5/23/2025

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Oklahoma's high school history curriculum will now include Donald Trump's debunked claims about the 2020 election, starting in the 2025-2026 school year. This controversial decision, driven by State Superintendent Ryan Walters, has ignited fierce backlash from parents and educators who fear it spreads misinformation and undermines educational integrity. Legal challenges loom as public dissent grows.

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Oklahoma's high school history curriculum will now include Donald Trump's debunked claims about the 2020 election, starting in the 2025-2026 school year. This controversial decision, driven by State Superintendent Ryan Walters, has ignited fierce backlash from parents and educators who fear it spreads misinformation and undermines educational integrity. Legal challenges loom as public dissent grows.