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Thune and Scott Endorse Hern for Senate Seat

3/21/2026

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune and National Republican Senatorial Committee chair Tim Scott endorsed Rep. Kevin Hern for the U.S. Senate, highlighting his conservative leadership.
Thune described Hern as a "fighter for Oklahomans," while Scott noted Hern's alignment with President Trump's agenda.
President Trump nominated GOP Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma as the new Department of Homeland Security secretary.
If confirmed, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt will appoint Hern's replacement, who cannot run for the seat in the next election.
Trump also expressed strong support for Hern in a recent post.

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Senate Majority Leader John Thune and National Republican Senatorial Committee chair Tim Scott endorsed Rep. Kevin Hern for the U.S. Senate, highlighting his conservative leadership.
Thune described Hern as a "fighter for Oklahomans," while Scott noted Hern's alignment with President Trump's agenda.
President Trump nominated GOP Senator Markwayne Mullin of Oklahoma as the new Department of Homeland Security secretary.
If confirmed, Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt will appoint Hern's replacement, who cannot run for the seat in the next election.
Trump also expressed strong support for Hern in a recent post.