Tuesday, November 5th 2024, 7:46 pm
The Republican Watch Party is underway in southwest Oklahoma City, drawing attention from party leaders and voters alike as they monitor several critical races. Among those arriving at the event is Congressman Tom Cole.
Attendees are focused on the competitive race for Senate District 47, which encompasses parts of north Oklahoma City and Edmond.
This seat, currently occupied by Senate Pro Tem Greg Treat, who has served for over a decade, will soon be vacant due to term limits.
The race is between retired U.S. Army Colonel Kelly Hines as the Republican candidate and the Democratic candidate business owner Erin Brewer.
Analysts consider this race to be a toss-up, given that the district is classified as purple, reflecting a mix of Republican and Democratic voters.
However, the spotlight remains on the presidential race, which has heightened interest across the nation.
With record voter turnout anticipated, the announcement of the next president may take longer than usual.
“I think there's a fair chance that it might take a few days to get it all done,” said Stan Stevens, Executive Director of the Oklahoma Republican Party. “It seems to be a slower process now in many places across the country. We have historically called our races on election night, but the increasing closeness of these races complicates that.”
As the Republican Watch Party unfolds, all eyes remain on the critical outcomes that may shape the political landscape in the coming years.
November 5th, 2024
December 8th, 2024
December 8th, 2024
December 8th, 2024
December 7th, 2024
December 7th, 2024
December 7th, 2024