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Hamm Eyes Senate Seat Amid Mullin's Controversial Nomination

3/7/2026

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Harold Hamm expressed interest in Oklahoma's open U.S. Senate seat after contacting Governor Kevin Stitt and the White House.
Stitt weighs candidates, including Hamm, a major GOP donor and supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump.
U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, triggering Mullin's Senate race.
Some Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, are expected to oppose Mullin, making the confirmation process contentious.

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Harold Hamm expressed interest in Oklahoma's open U.S. Senate seat after contacting Governor Kevin Stitt and the White House.
Stitt weighs candidates, including Hamm, a major GOP donor and supporter of U.S. President Donald Trump.
U.S. President Donald Trump nominated Senator Markwayne Mullin as Secretary of Homeland Security, triggering Mullin's Senate race.
Some Democrats, including Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, are expected to oppose Mullin, making the confirmation process contentious.