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Mike
Mazzei

Republican nominee for Oklahoma governor; former state senator and chairman & CEO of Trinity Strategic Wealth

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Background

Mike Mazzei is the Republican nominee for governor of Oklahoma in the November 3, 2026 general election. He is based in Tulsa and currently serves as chairman and CEO of Trinity Strategic Wealth, a Tulsa-based financial services firm. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Government and Politics from George Mason University and a Master of Science in Personal Financial Planning from the College for Financial Planning. 213

Mazzei previously served as an Oklahoma state senator representing District 25 from 2004 to 2016, during which time he chaired the Senate Finance Committee for ten years. In December 2018, Governor Kevin Stitt appointed him Oklahoma Secretary of Budget, a position he held for two years. 132

Mazzei secured the GOP gubernatorial nomination in the August 2026 primary runoff, running with an endorsement from former President Donald Trump. He will face Democrat Cyndi Munson in the November general election to succeed term-limited Governor Kevin Stitt. 192123

He has been endorsed by the Oklahoma Freedom Caucus and has staked out conservative positions on issues including taxation, education, and economic development. 288

At a glance

Party
Republican
Running for
Governor, Oklahoma
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
Chairman & CEO, Trinity Strategic Wealth; Republican Nominee for Governor of Oklahoma
Website
mikeforok.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

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Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    Mazzei visits Lawton for 'Coffee with the Candidate' campaign event

    Mike Mazzei visited Lawton, Oklahoma for a 'Coffee with the Candidate' campaign event as part of his general election campaign efforts.

    Mike Mazzei visits Lawton for Coffee with the Candidate · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 5
    news
    Mazzei supports Inola aluminum smelter with third-party monitoring safeguards

    Mazzei said he supports the proposed Inola aluminum smelter, citing jobs and domestic aluminum needs, and would use third-party monitoring to check land, cattle, and hay safety. Opponent Munson opposed the project, and AG Drummond filed a lawsuit seeking to block it.

    Oklahoma 2026 Governor race: Mazzei Supports Inola ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 5
    news
    Mazzei backs data centers with no taxpayer funding, developer-provided electricity, and other safeguards

    Mazzei said he supports building data centers in Oklahoma with regulations including no taxpayer funding, developer-provided electricity, locally approved industrial sites, and closed-loop cooling systems.

    Mike Mazzei and Cyndi Munson share their stances on Oklahoma data center development · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 1
    endorsement
    Trump rallies with Mazzei in Durant, urging Oklahomans to support him

    President Trump appeared with Mazzei at a rally in Durant, Oklahoma, publicly urging support for his gubernatorial bid. Trump had previously endorsed Mazzei during the Republican primary and reiterated his backing at the rally.

    Trump campaigns for Mazzei, Hern at delayed but roaring Oklahoma rally: Recap · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 1
    debate
    Mazzei and Munson face off in sole OETA debate before Election Day

    Mazzei and Democratic nominee Cyndi Munson participated in a one-hour debate on OETA — the only scheduled debate before Election Day. The debate was taped rather than broadcast live because Trump had scheduled a Durant rally for the same evening. Topics included the Inola smelter, tax plans, and data centers.

    Gubernatorial candidates to face off in debate closed to the public · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Sep 27
    news
    Mazzei outlines campaign priorities including income tax elimination and job creation

    Mazzei outlined his campaign priorities, including a plan to eliminate Oklahoma's individual income tax within six years, with a first step of lowering the top rate from 4.5% to 3%, and eliminating property taxes for seniors and veterans.

    Gubernatorial Coverage: (R) Mazzei Outlines Campaign Priorities · Sep 27, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Sep 25
    endorsement
    Trump announces Durant, Oklahoma midterm rally in support of Mazzei

    News 9 reported that President Trump planned to hold a midterm rally in Durant, Oklahoma, to campaign for Republican gubernatorial nominee Mike Mazzei.

    President Trump to hold midterm rally in Oklahoma · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Sep 18
    news
    Mazzei's campaign reported at ~$12.5M, including ~$11M from Mazzei himself

    As of September 18, Mazzei's campaign had approximately $12.5 million on hand, with about $11 million coming from the candidate's own personal loans to the campaign.

    November 2026 Elections: Federal and state - Tulsa Flyer · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Sep 18
    controversy
    Mazzei faces criticism over smelter stance, Roger Stone ties, and $11M in personal loans

    Reuters' September 29 election roundup reported that Mazzei faced criticism over his campaign's relationship with Roger Stone, his changed stance on the proposed Inola aluminum smelter, and roughly $11 million in personal campaign loans.

    Catch up on Oklahoma's 2026 midterm elections for governor, US Senate and more · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 14
    news
    General election set for November 3; Mazzei listed among five gubernatorial candidates

    Oklahoma's general election was confirmed for November 3, 2026. By October 8, five gubernatorial candidates were listed: Mazzei, Democrat Cyndi Munson, and three independents.

    When are midterm elections 2026? Oklahoma to decide governor, senator, more · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Aug 25
    filing
    Mazzei defeats Drummond in Republican runoff by 2,047 votes

    Mike Mazzei defeated Oklahoma AG Gentner Drummond in the Republican gubernatorial runoff by 2,047 votes, advancing to the general election.

    President Trump to hold midterm rally in Oklahoma · Sep 25, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • U.S. Sen. James Lankford official
    Listed as an endorser on Mazzei's campaign page; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • Eleanor Wilkerson (President and Founder, National Women's Prayer and Voting Army) organization
    Listed as an endorser on the campaign page representing the National Women's Prayer and Voting Army; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • Make Oklahoma Healthy Again organization
    Listed as an endorser on the campaign page; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • Rep. Tom Cole official
    Listed as an endorser on Mazzei's campaign page; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • U.S. Rep. Josh Brecheen official
    Listed as an endorser on Mazzei's campaign page; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • U.S. Rep. Kevin Hern official
    Listed as an endorser on Mazzei's campaign page; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • Oklahoma Freedom Caucus organization
    Listed as an endorser on the campaign page; State Sen. Shane Jett identified as caucus head announced support, but no date established. mikeforok.com
  • Oklahoma Conservative Political Action organization
    Listed as an endorser on the campaign page; no date provided. mikeforok.com
  • Markwayne Mullin (U.S. Secretary of Homeland Security, former Oklahoma congressman) official
    Endorsed Mazzei shortly before the August 25 runoff; reported as coming hours before election day. oklahoman.com · Aug 24, 2026
  • Oklahoma Republican Party State Committee organization
    Formally endorsed Mazzei on August 22, 2026, ahead of the Republican runoff. okgop.com · Aug 22, 2026
  • Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders (Arkansas) official
    Announced her endorsement on July 14, 2026. muskogeepolitico.com · Jul 14, 2026
  • Gov. Kevin Stitt (Oklahoma) official
    Stitt announced his endorsement in an interview on July 2, 2026; reported by The Oklahoman on July 7. oklahoman.com · Jul 2, 2026
  • Club for Growth PAC organization
    Endorsed Mazzei on June 22, 2026. clubforgrowth.org · Jun 22, 2026
  • President Donald Trump official
    Endorsed Mazzei ahead of the June primary on May 29, 2026; renewed support before the August runoff. journalrecord.com · May 29, 2026

Sources 27

  1. [1] Compare Oklahoma Governor candidates 2026 | Smarter.Vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  2. [2] Mike Mazzei visits Lawton for Coffee with the Candidate(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] November 2026 Elections: Federal and state - Tulsa Flyer(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  4. [4] Mike Mazzei and Cyndi Munson share their stances on Oklahoma data center development(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  5. [5] Oklahoma 2026 Governor race: Mazzei Supports Inola ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  6. [6] Mike Mazzei Endorsements | Republican Nominee for Governor(opens in a new tab) Oct 4, 2026
  7. [7] The Issues | Where Mike Mazzei Stands on Oklahoma's Biggest ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  8. [8] Gubernatorial candidates debate taxes, education, and immigration(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  9. [9] Mazzei, Munson spar over education, taxes and smelter in likely only governor debate(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  10. [10] [PDF] Oklahoma General Election November 3, 2026 - MIKE MAZZEI(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  11. [11] Gubernatorial candidates to face off in debate closed to the public(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  12. [12] Trump campaigns for Mazzei, Hern at delayed but roaring Oklahoma rally: Recap(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  13. [13] Catch up on Oklahoma's 2026 midterm elections for governor, US Senate and more(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  14. [14] Gubernatorial Coverage: (R) Mazzei Outlines Campaign Priorities(opens in a new tab) Sep 27, 2026
  15. [15] How will Mazzei and Munson improve Oklahoma education - News 9(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  16. [16] President Trump to hold midterm rally in Oklahoma(opens in a new tab) Sep 25, 2026
  17. [17] When are midterm elections 2026? Oklahoma to decide governor, senator, more(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
  18. [18] Tense Oklahoma GOP governor race ends with Trump's pick advancing(opens in a new tab) Aug 26, 2026
  19. [19] Mazzei claims GOP nomination for Oklahoma governor, voters consider state questions and more(opens in a new tab) Aug 25, 2026
  20. [20] OKGOP STATE COMMITTEE FORMALLY ENDORSES ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 22, 2026
  21. [21] Mazzei endorsed by Arkansas Gov. Sarah Huckabee Sanders(opens in a new tab) Jul 14, 2026
  22. [22] Mike Mazzei on X(opens in a new tab) Jul 9, 2026
  23. [23] Gov. Stitt endorses Mike Mazzei for next Oklahoma governor(opens in a new tab) Jul 7, 2026
  24. [24] Mike Mazzei on X(opens in a new tab) Jul 1, 2026
  25. [25] Club for Growth PAC Endorses Mike Mazzei in OK-GOV Race(opens in a new tab) Jun 22, 2026
  26. [26] Trump endorses Mike Mazzei for Oklahoma governor(opens in a new tab) Jun 1, 2026
  27. [27] OK gov. candidate Mike Mazzei answers our questions on education, taxes(opens in a new tab) May 3, 2026
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