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President Trump drops Lahmeyer endorsement, now supports Mark Tedford

Trump withdrew his previous endorsement of Lahmeyer and announced support for Tedford.

President Trump drops Lahmeyer endorsement, now supports Mark Tedford
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President Donald Trump shifted his endorsement in Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District race from Jackson Lahmeyer to Mark Tedford. The NRCC praised Tedford, while the article notes Lahmeyer had suspended his campaign after the June 16 primary.

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Trump Shifts Support to Tedford in Oklahoma Congressional Primary

Outlets agree that Trump withdrew his endorsement of Jackson Lahmeyer and backed Mark Tedford in Oklahoma’s congressional race, and that Lahmeyer suspended his campaign. Left-leaning outlets foreground reports about Lahmeyer’s messages and alleged infidelity alongside his exit. Center outlets focus on the endorsement switch and campaign withdrawal, with some noting Lahmeyer said he had decided to leave before Trump changed his support. Right-leaning outlets also recount the switch and exit, while some emphasize the texting controversy and one draws a contrast with a Democratic candidate.

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