Jackson Lahmeyer, a candidate for Congress in Oklahoma and founder of Pastors for Trump, announced on June 17, 2026, that he is suspending his campaign. This decision follows reports of extramarital text messages. Lahmeyer, who was previously endorsed by Donald Trump, stated in a message that he made the decision after consulting with his wife and team, emphasizing his desire not to distract from his family, church, and constituents in Oklahoma's 1st congressional district.
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Oklahoma congressional candidate Jackson Lahmeyer suspends campaign
Jackson Lahmeyer, a congressional candidate in Oklahoma, has suspended his campaign following reports of sending extramarital text messages. Lahmeyer, who was endorsed by Donald Trump, made the announcement on June 17, 2026, citing the need to focus on his family and community.
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- ✕ loaded language: 'Christian nationalist'
- ✕ loaded language: 'infidelity scandal'
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Oklahoma congressional candidate drops out amid texting infidelity scandal
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Oklahoma congressional candidate Jackson Lahmeyer suspends campaign