Kevin Hern
Coverage of Kevin Hern in the Nexus archive.
- The midterms are months away. The scramble to get on Congress’ tax writing committees has already started.
A wave of departures from Congress' tax writing committees has intensified competition to fill critical roles in the next Congress. House Ways and Means and Senate Finance committees will see multiple members leave, creating openings for new representatives. Both parties are vying for positions on these influential panels, which shape major tax legislation.
- Meet the first ‘McSenator’ – former McDonald’s franchise owner goes from golden arches to upper chamber
Kevin Hern, a former McDonald's franchise owner, won his primary election and is set to become Oklahoma's next senator. President Trump endorsed Hern, who will be known as the first 'McSenator' due to his background in the fast-food industry.
- Trump-backed 'McCongressman' wins Oklahoma Senate primary, vows push for stalled SAVE Act
Kevin Hern, a Republican representative in Oklahoma, won the Senate primary and emphasized the need for Congress to pass the SAVE Act, a voter ID and citizenship verification bill stalled in the Senate. Hern, endorsed by Donald Trump, attributed voter support to his alignment with Trump's policies and his work ethic, referencing his background as a McDonald’s franchise owner.
- Trump-backed 'McCongressman' wins Oklahoma Senate primary, vows push for stalled SAVE Act
Kevin Hern won the Oklahoma Senate primary and emphasized the need for Congress to pass the SAVE Act. He received endorsements from Trump and highlighted his work ethic and business background as key to his campaign success.
- Kevin Hern Wins Republican Primary for Oklahoma Senate Race
Kevin Hern won the Republican primary for the Oklahoma Senate race. He received President Trump's endorsement during the primary campaign.
- Rep. Kevin Hern wins GOP Senate primary in Oklahoma
Rep. Kevin Hern won the GOP Senate primary in Oklahoma. The article confirms his victory in the Republican primary election.
- Hern wins GOP primary for Mullin’s Senate seat in Oklahoma
Rep. Kevin Hern is projected to win the Republican primary for Senate in Oklahoma. The race was triggered after Markwayne Mullin vacated his Senate seat to join President Trump’s Cabinet. Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt appointed Alan Armstrong to fill the vacancy.
- Oklahoma begins choosing a new US senator and governor in crowded primary
Oklahoma’s primary elections feature open races for U.S. Senate and governor, with Trump endorsing Kevin Hern for Senate and Mike Mazzei for governor. The governor’s race includes multiple prominent candidates relying heavily on self-funded contributions, raising the possibility of an August runoff.
- The Latest: Primary elections in Alabama, Oklahoma and Georgia further test Trump’s influence
Primary elections in Alabama, Oklahoma, and Georgia are testing President Donald Trump's influence as his endorsements face scrutiny in key races. Trump's support for candidates like Burt Jones in Georgia, Barry Moore in Alabama, and Kevin Hern in Oklahoma highlights the impact of his backing in Republican primaries.
- Oklahoma begins choosing a new US senator and governor in crowded primary
Oklahoma is holding a primary to select a new U.S. senator and governor. Kevin Hern, a U.S. representative, is vying for the Republican nomination for a Senate seat previously held by Markwayne Mullin.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Oklahoma’s state primary
Oklahoma's state primary features open seats due to term limits, retirements, and a presidential appointment, with key races for governor, U.S. Senate, and other offices. Notable candidates include Gentner Drummond and Mike Mazzei for governor, Kevin Hern for U.S. Senate, and a Democratic field led by Jim Priest. A minimum wage increase ballot measure is also on the ballot.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Oklahoma’s state primary
Oklahoma's state primary features open seats due to term limits and retirements, including races for governor and U.S. Senate. Key candidates include Kevin Stitt's replacement and Trump-endorsed contenders Kevin Hern and Mike Mazzei. A minimum wage increase measure is also on the ballot.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Oklahoma’s state primary
Oklahoma's state primary features multiple open seats due to term-limits and retirements, with key races for governor and U.S. Senate. Trump's endorsement of candidates and a minimum wage ballot measure are highlighted, alongside a Republican-leaning political landscape.
- Trump-backed candidates score major boost from deep-pocketed AI Super PAC in upcoming primaries
A pro-AI super PAC, Leading the Future, is investing $2 million in Senate races and $750,000 in House primaries in key states, backing Trump-aligned candidates like Julia Letlow, Kurt Alme, and Kevin Hern who oppose restrictive AI regulations. The group, funded by tech executives including Greg Brockman, Marc Andreessen, and Ben Horowitz, aims to shape midterms by influencing primary outcomes.
- Trump-backed candidates score major boost from deep-pocketed AI Super PAC in upcoming primaries
A deep-pocketed AI-focused super PAC, Leading the Future, is investing $2 million in Senate races and $750,000 in House primaries to support pro-AI candidates in Louisiana, Montana, Oklahoma, California, and Washington. The group, backed by tech donors like Greg Brockman (OpenAI) and Marc Andreessen, is funding Trump-aligned candidates such as Rep. Julia Letlow, Kurt Alme, and Rep. Kevin Hern, who oppose restrictive AI regulations.