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Oklahoma's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026
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| Oklahoma's 3rd Congressional District |
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| General election |
| Election details |
| Filing deadline: April 3, 2026 |
| Primary: June 16, 2026 Primary runoff: August 25, 2026 General: November 3, 2026 |
| How to vote |
| Poll times:
7 a.m. to 7 p.m. |
| Race ratings |
DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Republican Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican |
| Ballotpedia analysis |
| U.S. Senate battlegrounds U.S. House battlegrounds Federal and state primary competitiveness Ballotpedia's Election Analysis Hub, 2026 |
| See also |
U.S. Senate • 1st • 2nd • 3rd • 4th • 5th Oklahoma elections, 2026 U.S. Congress elections, 2026 U.S. Senate elections, 2026 U.S. House elections, 2026 |
All U.S. House districts, including the 3rd Congressional District of Oklahoma, are holding elections in 2026. The general election is November 3, 2026. To learn more about other elections on the ballot, click here.
Candidates and election results
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General election
The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.
General election for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3
Incumbent Frank Lucas, Jules Roberson, and Rebekah LaVann are running in the general election for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 on November 3, 2026.
Candidate | ||
| Frank Lucas (R) | ||
Jules Roberson (D) ![]() | ||
| Rebekah LaVann (Independent) | ||
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Candidate profiles
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Party: Democratic Party
Incumbent: No
Political Office: None
Submitted Biography: "Hello, my name is Jules Roberson and I am your future representative for federal house district number three of Oklahoma. I am an avowed progressive who is seeking to upend the hate and division being spread across our country. I am an advocate for: Universal Healthcare Raising the Minimum Wage Abolishing ICE Mass Amnesty and Immigration Reform Ending The Genocide of Palestinians- Arms Embargo NOW, State of Equal Rights Ending the Rule of Billionaires - Tax them into oblivion and use that money to uplift the other 99% - Schools, Hospitals, Teachers, Doctors, Roads, Eeeeverything Empowering Unions Ending Hunger Breaking Private Equity Making Housing Affordable Standing with Native Tribes and helping them uplift their peoples. Strengthening Farmers Fighting Hate - Your Body, Your Choice -- Let Trans Kids Play, No 14 year old is coming out as trans to get a third place medal at a ninth grade track meet. They just want to be normal, to make friends, and to have fun. Stop Attacking Children. Supreme Court Reform --- Ethics Code and Expansion Ousting spineless republicans and feckless democrats. Reinvesting in SNAP National High Speed Rail System connecting every major city. It will get semis off the road which will reduce carbon emissions and allow for people to quickly and efficiently travel the country. Rampant and Aggressive investment in Green Energy and a clean environment. Windmills, Dams, Nuclear, Solar. We must Scour this planet of plastics."
Voting information
- See also: Voting in Oklahoma
Ballotpedia will publish the dates and deadlines related to this election as they are made available.
Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses
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Survey responses from candidates in this race
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Jules Roberson (D)
Raising the Minimum Wage
Ending the Genocide
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
I don't necessarily want to follow an example though, I want to be the example. I've never truly had people I looked up to at any point in my life; outside my family, of course.
If I was forced to pick then I would choose the Kookaburra bird, it always seems like it's having a good time with its big laugh, and a flock of them is called a riot. Fun.Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
I enjoy the ongoing series Dungeon Crawler Carl. I still remember going to midnight releases with all my cousins for the Harry Potter books, it was so much fun. Shame J.K. Rowling is a world class loser and ruined them for me.
Lately I'm trying to be more adult in my choices, next on the docket I'll be looking into the works of Jane McAlevey. -- Shoutouts to Graham Platner for talking about her on the Majority Report and letting me know she exists.Jules Roberson (D)
It is that of the Conquering Spirit. It's not a creed, or anything grand, it's just a feeling. That feeling you get as you overcome something you thought impossible, when you defy your own expectations and realize you are simply more than you thought. It was through this that I took the chance and came out to my family. While times are harder now for trans people then they were 7 years ago (I'm 36), part of the reason I seek office to impart this will to those who find themselves oppressed. They are not only worth more than what they get, but their self is greater than even they realize. My struggle becomes naught as others join me, and we find a place and peace in the world.
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
We must stop viewing our lives through the lens of "well things could be worse" and start thinking about how we can make our lives easier.
AI should be used to make our lives easier --shorter work days and work weeks. It can empower every single aspect of our society. Farmers, office workers, manufacturing, this, and that.
We must move towards progress so over this next decade we can achieve greatness. Higher wages, easier jobs, more food, stronger social security, affordable house, no wars, and more.
The fear we live under shall be broken. You who are reading this, understand you are worth more, and you deserve more.Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
We are paid less.
This is because Oklahoma has a "lower standard of living" compared to other states in regards to costs. So Amazon uses this to depress our wages despite the fact our facility out-performs others, even ones that are twice our size. So inferior pay for superior work. When I bring this up to coworkers, I have been told that we simply deserve less because we are Oklahomans.
That we simply have to "eat sh*t".
This mind set is prevalent among my coworkers which is a travesty. It is a major part of the reason why I decided to run for office. For too long people have been pressed down by the ultra wealthy so that our labor can be exploited and our wages stolen.
NO MORE, YOU DESERVE MORE, YOU ARE WORTH MORE.Jules Roberson (D)
It is desirable if it uplifts the people of this country, undesirable if it doesn't.
If one side says we can end all baseline hunger and we should do that, there shouldn't be compromise that feeds maybe a few people, while leaving others to waste away.Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
We should be rooting out corruption in all forms. The supreme court is corrupt, our market is no longer free due to the corruption of those in power, Trump is corrupt, the majority of lawmakers are corrupt, whole industries are corrupt. The gig economy is a black eye upon the people of this country. Private Equity is an anchor upon the availability of family housing. They are turning us all into renters and never owners. The department of defense has not had an accurate budget for years and years. Where is all the money going and whose pocket is it lining.
There is so very much to do.Jules Roberson (D)
Jules Roberson (D)
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Campaign finance
| Name | Party | Receipts* | Disbursements** | Cash on hand | Date |
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| Frank Lucas | Republican Party | $367,584 | $200,274 | $785,595 | As of September 30, 2025 |
| Jules Roberson | Democratic Party | $445 | $0 | $445 | As of September 30, 2025 |
| Rebekah LaVann | Independent | $0 | $0 | $0 | Data not available*** |
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Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
* According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." |
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General election race ratings
- See also: Race rating definitions and methods
Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:
- Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
- Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
- Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.[1]
- Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.
Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.[2][3][4]
| Race ratings: Oklahoma's 3rd Congressional District election, 2026 | |||||||||
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| Race tracker | Race ratings | ||||||||
| 12/16/2025 | 12/9/2025 | 12/2/2025 | 11/25/2025 | ||||||
| The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | |||||
| Decision Desk HQ and The Hill | Pending | Pending | Pending | Pending | |||||
| Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | Solid Republican | |||||
| Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | Safe Republican | |||||
| Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week. | |||||||||
Ballot access
The table below details filing requirements for U.S. House candidates in Oklahoma in the 2026 election cycle. For additional information on candidate ballot access requirements in Oklahoma, click here.
| Filing requirements for U.S. House candidates, 2026 | ||||||
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| State | Office | Party | Signatures required | Filing fee | Filing deadline | Source |
| Oklahoma | U.S. House | All candidates | 2% of the number of registered voters in the appropriate district | $1,000 | 4/3/2026 | Source |
District history
The section below details election results for this office in elections dating back to 2020.
General election
The general election scheduled for November 5, 2024, was canceled.
Democratic primary
The Democratic primary scheduled for June 18, 2024, was canceled.
Republican primary
Republican primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3
Incumbent Frank Lucas (R) won election outright against Darren Hamilton (R) and Robin Carder (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 on June 18, 2024.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Frank Lucas | 73.0 | 37,158 |
| | Darren Hamilton ![]() | 13.9 | 7,087 | |
| | Robin Carder ![]() | 13.1 | 6,651 | |
| Total votes: 50,896 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Connor Miller (R)
General election
General election for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3
Incumbent Frank Lucas (R) defeated Jeremiah Ross (D) in the general election for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 on November 8, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Frank Lucas (R) | 74.5 | 147,418 |
| | Jeremiah Ross (D) | 25.5 | 50,354 | |
| Total votes: 197,772 | ||||
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Democratic primary
The Democratic primary scheduled for June 28, 2022, was canceled. Jeremiah Ross (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 without appearing on the ballot.
Republican primary
Republican primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3
Incumbent Frank Lucas (R) defeated Wade Burleson (R) and Stephen Butler (R) in the Republican primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 on June 28, 2022.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Frank Lucas | 61.1 | 44,442 |
| | Wade Burleson ![]() | 30.6 | 22,258 | |
| Stephen Butler | 8.2 | 5,997 | ||
| Total votes: 72,697 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Sean Roberts (R)
General election
General election for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3
Incumbent Frank Lucas (R) defeated Zoe Ann Midyett (D) in the general election for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 on November 3, 2020.
Candidate | % | Votes | ||
| ✔ | | Frank Lucas (R) | 78.5 | 242,677 |
| | Zoe Ann Midyett (D) ![]() | 21.5 | 66,501 | |
| Total votes: 309,178 | ||||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Stephen Wright (Independent)
Democratic primary
The Democratic primary scheduled for June 30, 2020, was canceled. Zoe Ann Midyett (D) advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 without appearing on the ballot.
Republican primary
The Republican primary scheduled for June 30, 2020, was canceled. Incumbent Frank Lucas (R) advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. House Oklahoma District 3 without appearing on the ballot.
Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Joshua Jantz (R)
District analysis
Click the tabs below to view information about voter composition, past elections, and demographics in both the district and the state.
- District map - A map of the district in place for the election.
- Competitiveness - Information about the competitiveness of 2026 U.S. House elections in the state.
- Presidential elections - Information about presidential elections in the district and the state.
- State party control - The partisan makeup of the state's congressional delegation and state government.
Below is the district map in place for this election. Click the map below to enlarge it.

Partisan Voter Index
Heading into the 2026 elections, based on results from the 2024 and 2020 presidential elections, the Cook Partisan Voter Index for this district is R+23. This meant that in those two presidential elections, this district's results were 23 percentage points more Republican than the national average. This made Oklahoma's 3rd the 15th most Republican district nationally.[5]
2020 presidential election results
The table below shows what the vote in the 2024 presidential election was in this district. The presidential election data was compiled by The Downballot.
| Kamala Harris |
Donald Trump |
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| 26.0% | 72.0% |
Presidential voting history
- See also: Presidential election in Oklahoma, 2024
Oklahoma presidential election results (1900-2024)
- 10 Democratic wins
- 20 Republican wins
| Year | 1900 | 1904 | 1908 | 1912 | 1916 | 1920 | 1924 | 1928 | 1932 | 1936 | 1940 | 1944 | 1948 | 1952 | 1956 | 1960 | 1964 | 1968 | 1972 | 1976 | 1980 | 1984 | 1988 | 1992 | 1996 | 2000 | 2004 | 2008 | 2012 | 2016 | 2020 | 2024 |
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| Winning Party | N/A | N/A | D | D | D | R | D | R | D | D | D | D | D | R | R | R | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
Congressional delegation
The table below displays the partisan composition of Oklahoma's congressional delegation as of October 2025.
| Congressional Partisan Breakdown from Oklahoma | |||
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| Party | U.S. Senate | U.S. House | Total |
| Democratic | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Republican | 2 | 5 | 7 |
| Independent | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vacancies | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Total | 2 | 5 | 7 |
State executive
The table below displays the officeholders in Oklahoma's top four state executive offices as of October 2025.
| Office | Officeholder |
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| Governor | |
| Lieutenant Governor | |
| Secretary of State | |
| Attorney General |
State legislature
Oklahoma State Senate
| Party | As of October 2025 | |
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| Democratic Party | 8 | |
| Republican Party | 40 | |
| Other | 0 | |
| Vacancies | 0 | |
| Total | 48 | |
Oklahoma House of Representatives
| Party | As of October 2025 | |
|---|---|---|
| Democratic Party | 20 | |
| Republican Party | 80 | |
| Other | 0 | |
| Vacancies | 1 | |
| Total | 101 | |
Trifecta control
Oklahoma Party Control: 1992-2025
Five years of Democratic trifectas • Fifteen years of Republican trifectas
Scroll left and right on the table below to view more years.
| Year | 92 | 93 | 94 | 95 | 96 | 97 | 98 | 99 | 00 | 01 | 02 | 03 | 04 | 05 | 06 | 07 | 08 | 09 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 | 16 | 17 | 18 | 19 | 20 | 21 | 22 | 23 | 24 | 25 |
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| Governor | D | D | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
| Senate | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | S | S | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
| House | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | D | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R | R |
See also
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Inside Elections also uses Tilt ratings to indicate an even smaller advantage and greater competitiveness.
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Nathan Gonzalez," April 19, 2018
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Kyle Kondik," April 19, 2018
- ↑ Amee LaTour, "Email correspondence with Charlie Cook," April 22, 2018
- ↑ Cook Political Report, "2025 Cook PVI℠: District Map and List (119th Congress)," accessed July 1, 2025
