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OK-01 Republican nominee?
$228.9K
AUG 26, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current rolePastor
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyTrump-aligned Republican
GenderMale
LocationOklahoma
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BackgroundPastor
EducationOral Roberts University — B.A., Theological Studies
Notable personal detailsJackson Lahmeyer is an Oklahoma pastor and political candidate who has run for federal office, including U.S. Senate in 2022 and U.S. House in Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District in 2026. He is the lead pastor of Sheridan Church in Tulsa and founded the pro-Trump faith leader coalition Pastors for Trump. He has also described work experience with the Billy Graham Evangelistic Association and as a crusade director with Christ for All Nations.
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Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports lowering taxes, cutting regulations, and reducing federal spending to balance the budget; favors increasing revenue through economic growth (more taxpayers) rather than higher tax rates. Emphasizes America‑First energy policies to protect jobs and economic activity.
Healthcare
Jackson Lahmeyer has publicly opposed COVID-19 vaccine mandates and offered to provide religious-exemption forms for people refusing vaccination, but there is no clear, detailed statement on his campaign site about broader healthcare policy (ACA, Medicaid, Medicare, or a public option).
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Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border security and enforcement, including deporting undocumented immigrants and restoring law and order at the border. Emphasizes an "America First" approach to immigration policy rather than expanded legal pathways or broad regularization.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate opposes abortion and uses language characterizing abortion as equivalent to murder, reflecting a staunchly anti‑abortion position. Public speeches and media coverage show he frames abortion as a moral wrong and aligns with pro‑life advocacy.
Climate & Energy
Opposes Green New Deal-style policies and supports defending and expanding Oklahoma oil and gas production. Advocates for American energy independence and dismantling what he calls “radical left” energy regulations that harm Oklahoma jobs and industry.
Public Safety & Guns
Jackson Lahmeyer expresses strong support for the Second Amendment and frames protecting gun rights as a campaign priority while aligning with pro-Second Amendment organizations and events. His public materials and endorsements emphasize defending gun ownership and opposing actions perceived as infringing on the Second Amendment.
News
Jackson Lahmeyer has withdrawn from the Republican runoff for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District after reports of inappropriate romantic text messages. He said he was stepping aside to avoid distracting his family, church, and voters. After his exit, Donald Trump shifted his endorsement to state Rep. Mark Tedford, who is now favored to win the GOP nomination.
Jackson Lahmeyer Drops Out of Oklahoma Race Amid Text Scandal
Oklahoma pastor drops out of House race after Trump unendorsed his campaign
Trump Rescinds Endorsement of Right-Wing Pastor After Texting Scandal
Oklahoma pastor who was backed by Trump exits GOP House runoff after reports of inappropriate texts
Endorsements
Endorsers of Jackson Lahmeyer for OK-01 Republican nominee?
Donald Trump
Public figure
Donald Trump endorsed Jackson Lahmeyer for Oklahoma's 1st Congressional District.
Charity Linch
Public figure
Oklahoma Republican Party chair Charity Linch endorsed Jackson Lahmeyer.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 20262026
LatestCycle 2026
Source: FEC
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