Kevin Hern wins Oklahoma Senate primary, emphasizes need for SAVE Act

Rep. Kevin Hern, a Republican from Oklahoma, won the Senate primary on June 16, 2026. In an interview, Hern expressed that voters frequently ask about the progress of the Safeguarding American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act, which has faced challenges in the Senate, where all Democrats oppose it and some Republicans have also voted against it. Hern, who has served five terms in the House and holds a leadership position as House Republican Policy chair, is seeking to transition to the Senate following President Donald Trump's nomination of Markwayne Mullin for a position in the Department of Homeland Security. Hern has received endorsements from Trump and other senators, highlighting his support within the party. He noted that Oklahoma voters are supportive of Trump and that he intends to work hard in his campaign leading up to the general election in November.