Oklahoma Pastor Jackson Lahmeyer Withdraws from Congressional Race After Trump Pulls Endorsement
Tulsa pastor Jackson Lahmeyer has withdrawn from the GOP primary runoff for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District. His campaign faced significant challenges following a texting scandal, which ultimately led to former President Donald Trump withdrawing his prior endorsement. Lahmeyer announced his decision after what he described as "prayerful consideration" with his wife and team.
Jackson Lahmeyer, a Tulsa pastor, has withdrawn from the GOP primary runoff for Oklahoma’s 1st Congressional District. The district is characterized as a solid red constituency.
Lahmeyer's campaign had faced difficulties after a texting scandal came to light. This development subsequently led to former President Donald Trump withdrawing his endorsement of Lahmeyer, an endorsement he had previously held.
The pastor stated that his decision to withdraw was made "after prayerful consideration with my wife, Kendra, and my team over the last twenty four hours."
According to The Hill, the withdrawal follows the challenges that derailed his campaign.
