Trump-backed Oklahoma pastor quits House runoff after reports of inappropriate texts
Newsmax—A Trump-endorsed Oklahoma pastor has suspended his congressional campaign after reports surfaced about inappropriate text messages. The Associated Press confirmed the pastor's exit from the GOP House runoff. Newsmax noted Trump subsequently distanced himself from the candidate. The withdrawal hands a cleaner path to other Republican contenders in the race.
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