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N'Kiyla
Jasmine Thomas

N'Kiyla Jasmine Thomas, Oklahoma nurse and first-time candidate, is the 2026 Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate.

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jasmineforok.com ↗(opens in a new tab)
Opponents Curtis Stinnett I+ 2 more Compare race →

Background

N'Kiyla Jasmine Thomas is the Democratic nominee for Oklahoma's U.S. Senate seat in the November 3, 2026 general election. She was born and raised in Ardmore, Oklahoma, and describes herself as a nurse and an active-duty military spouse. 15

Thomas is making her first run for public office, having never previously held elected office. Her campaign biography highlights her background in healthcare, advocacy, and community service, and notes she faced challenges, including alleged discrimination, while pursuing her nursing education. [8, 15]

She won the Democratic primary runoff in August 2026, notably with just $455 remaining in campaign cash at the time of her nomination. The Federal Election Commission classifies her as a challenger in the race. [1, 2, 10]

Thomas is running against Republican opponent Lance Hern in the general election. She has been identified by multiple outlets as a democratic socialist. [6, 8, 19]

At a glance

Party
Democratic
Running for
U.S. Senate, Oklahoma
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
Nurse and Democratic nominee for U.S. Senate (Oklahoma)
Website
jasmineforok.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    poll
    Poll tracker shows no recent public polls; race rated Solid R / Safe R by major forecasters

    A poll-tracking page updated October 9-11 logged no recent public polls for the Thomas vs. Hern race. Cook Political Report rates it Solid R and Sabato's Crystal Ball rates it Safe R.

    N'Kiyla Thomas vs. Kevin Hern polls: Oklahoma senate race 2026 · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 9
    controversy
    Thomas slams Trump's Columbus revival: 'It's still Indigenous Peoples' Day'

    In an interview reported by theGrio, Thomas criticized the Trump administration's promotion of Christopher Columbus, calling it 'white supremacy' and arguing it whitewashed Indigenous history. She called for Black and Native communities to unite against shared inequities.

    Black and Native Senate nominee slams Trump’s Columbus revival: ‘It’s still Indigenous Peoples’ Day’ · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 1
    endorsement
    Trump endorses Republican Kevin Hern at Oklahoma rally, calls Thomas 'socialist'

    At a rally in Durant, Oklahoma, President Trump endorsed Republican candidate Kevin Hern for the Senate seat and characterized Thomas as 'socialist,' seeking to reenergize the GOP base ahead of the election.

    At Oklahoma rally, Trump looks to reenergize GOP base before the election · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Sep 14
    news
    Thomas confirmed as Democratic nominee on November ballot alongside four other candidates

    Reports confirmed Thomas as the Democratic nominee on the November 3 ballot, facing Republican Kevin Hern, Libertarian Sevier White, and independents Curtis Stinnett and Ron Meinhardt.

    Capitol Insider: Latest News on Food Insecurity Policy & Advocacy ... · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Aug 25
    news
    Thomas wins Democratic runoff with 61.2%, becomes party's Senate nominee

    Thomas won the August 25 runoff against Jim Priest with 61.2% of the vote, clinching the Democratic nomination for the November 3 special general election Senate race in Oklahoma.

    Hern vs. Thomas: Who should I vote for in Oklahoma’s U.S ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Jun 1
    filing
    Thomas receives 45.2% in Democratic primary, forcing a runoff against Jim Priest

    In the June 2026 Democratic primary for Oklahoma's U.S. Senate seat (vacated by Markwayne Mullin), N'Kiyla Jasmine Thomas received 45.2% of the vote, not enough to win outright, sending the race to a runoff against Jim Priest.

    Hern vs. Thomas: Who should I vote for in Oklahoma’s U.S ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Oklahoma Democratic Veterans Federation organization
    Listed on campaign endorsements page; no date stated. jasmineforok.com
  • National Women's Political Caucus organization
    Listed as a 2026 endorsed candidate for Oklahoma; listing available by August 25, 2026, but specific endorsement date not stated. nwpc.org
  • Organizing Okies organization
    Endorsement statement appears on campaign page; no date stated. jasmineforok.com
  • Nikki Nice (state senator) official
    Listed as endorser on campaign page; no date stated. jasmineforok.com
  • Larry Adair (former Oklahoma House speaker) official
    Listed as endorser on campaign page; no date stated. jasmineforok.com
  • Bernard Taylor other
    Campaign page carries an endorsement statement under his name; position and date not identified. jasmineforok.com
  • NextGen Politics organization
    Endorsement statement appears on campaign page; no date stated. jasmineforok.com
  • Aletia Timmons (state representative) official
    Listed as endorser on campaign page; no date stated. jasmineforok.com
  • Mayor Yetunde official
    Listed by that name on campaign page; no surname or date provided. jasmineforok.com
  • The Collective PAC organization
    Thomas announced the endorsement on X on August 24, 2026. x.com · Aug 24, 2026

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$57K
Spent
$58K
Cash on hand
$456

As of Aug 5, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record S6OK04163(opens in a new tab)

Sources 11

  1. [1] Endorsements(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] Black and Native Senate nominee slams Trump’s Columbus revival: ‘It’s still Indigenous Peoples’ Day’(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] N'Kiyla Thomas vs. Kevin Hern polls: Oklahoma senate race 2026(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] POLICIES AND ISSUES — Jasmine Thomas for Oklahoma(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
  5. [5] At Oklahoma rally, Trump looks to reenergize GOP base before the election(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  6. [6] Hern vs. Thomas: Who should I vote for in Oklahoma’s U.S ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  7. [7] Capitol Insider: Latest News on Food Insecurity Policy & Advocacy ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
  8. [8] Democratic socialists notch another win in the Oklahoma Senate ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 26, 2026
  9. [9] Progressive politics notches another deep-red win in Oklahoma race, bolstered by anti-AIPAC messaging - Jewish Telegraphic Agency(opens in a new tab) Aug 26, 2026
  10. [10] Endorsed Candidates - National Women's Political Caucus(opens in a new tab) Aug 25, 2026
  11. [11] N'Kiyla “Jasmine” Thomas on X: "But this moment is bigger than me ...(opens in a new tab) Aug 24, 2026
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