Oklahoma's Republican Runoff Elections

In Senate District 3, incumbent state Senator Blake “Cowboy” Stephens is gearing up for a challenging runoff against physician Julie McIntosh after a narrow victory in the June 18 primary, where he secured 38.1% of the vote compared to McIntosh's 37.4%. The race is heating up as both candidates prepare for the upcoming election, with Stephens aiming for a second term amidst a competitive political landscape. Meanwhile, in another significant race, Wallace, the chair of the House Appropriations and Budget Committee, is seeking to advance despite finishing second in the June primary with approximately 42% of the vote, trailing Shaw, who garnered about 46%. The primary results have set the stage for a series of runoffs across various districts, including Senate Districts 15, 33, and 47, as well as several House districts. The Republican primary runoffs will be exclusive to registered Republicans, with notable contests such as Lisa Standridge's bid to succeed her husband in Senate District 15. In the June primaries, Wagoner emerged as a key player, contributing 65% of the total district vote, while Woolley narrowly led Davis in that area by just 20 votes. As the state prepares for the runoff elections, pre-election day voting has shown significant variation across districts, with Senate District 33 recording the lowest turnout at 7%. With over 10,000 ballots already cast and only 70 days remaining until the November general election, the political atmosphere remains charged as candidates vie for voter support.