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Oklahoma Republican candidate Jackson Lahmeyer, who was endorsed by Donald Trump, suspended his bid after advancing to a runoff, saying he did not want to be a distraction amid questions about a former staffer’s relationship. Lahmeyer acknowledged crossing a boundary in text messages but disputed tabloid reporting, and Trump withdrew his endorsement, now backing Mark Tedford in the race.
Democratic Maine Senate hopeful Graham Platner met with several Senate Democrats in Washington amid reports he sent sexual messages to women outside his marriage; Senate leaders offered cautious responses and avoided strong judgments about his fitness, while reaffirming the goal to defeat Susan Collins and retake the Senate, as Platner also pulled back from a VoteVets event amid ongoing scrutiny and past controversies.
A recent Washington Post-Schar School poll shows support for Virginia Democratic attorney general nominee Jay Jones has dropped due to a texting scandal, leading to a tie with Republican incumbent Jason Miyares, while the governor's race remains competitive with Democrat Abigail Spanberger maintaining a lead. The scandal has not significantly impacted the governor's race, and voters' opinions vary based on demographics and political leanings, with issues like the economy and political violence influencing voter decisions.
Oklahoma judge Traci Soderstrom resigned after sending over 500 texts from the bench during a murder trial, mocking prosecutors and displaying inappropriate behavior. She agreed not to seek judicial office again in Oklahoma. The Oklahoma Court on the Judiciary had accused her of gross neglect of duty, oppression in office, lack of proper temperament, and failure to supervise her office. The judge's texts during the trial included mocking prosecutors, praising the defense attorney, and making inappropriate comments.