Robert Trimble (Oklahoma)

Robert Trimble (Republican Party) is running for election to the Oklahoma State Senate to represent District 28. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on June 16, 2026.^[source]

Biography

Robert Trimble was born in Houston, Texas. He served in the U.S. Army from 1988 to 2008. Trimble's career experience includes working as a business owner of Amish-built furniture stores, a military policeman, OH-58 helicopter crew chief, rock and brick mason, and truck driver. He has been affiliated with the NRA.

Elections

2026

See also: Oklahoma State Senate elections, 2026

General election

The primary will occur on June 16, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. General election candidates will be added here following the primary.

Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 28

Incumbent Grant Green and Robert Trimble are running in the Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 28 on June 16, 2026.

		Candidate
		Grant Green
		Robert Trimble

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2022

See also: Oklahoma State Senate elections, 2022

General election

General election for Oklahoma State Senate District 28

Grant Green defeated Karen Rackley in the general election for Oklahoma State Senate District 28 on November 8, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Grant Green (R)	76.4	19,819
		Karen Rackley (D)	23.6	6,128

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 25,947
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Republican primary runoff election

Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma State Senate District 28

Grant Green defeated Jeff McCommas in the Republican primary runoff for Oklahoma State Senate District 28 on August 23, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Grant Green	53.8	4,504
	Submit photo	Jeff McCommas	46.2	3,869

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 8,373
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 28

Karen Rackley defeated Tony Wilson in the Democratic primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 28 on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Karen Rackley	61.2	1,843
	Submit photo	Tony Wilson	38.8	1,167

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 3,010
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 28

Grant Green and Jeff McCommas advanced to a runoff. They defeated Jamey Mullin and Robert Trimble in the Republican primary for Oklahoma State Senate District 28 on June 28, 2022.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Grant Green	37.1	3,660
✔	Submit photo	Jeff McCommas	28.4	2,795
		Jamey Mullin	21.4	2,111
		Robert Trimble	13.1	1,286

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 9,852
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates

• Bob Donohoo (R)

Campaign themes

2026

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2022

Robert Trimble completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2022. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Trimble's responses.

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Who are you? Tell us about yourself.

A husband, father of 4. Retired from serving 20 years in the military. Man of faith. Business owner. Built the largest America made Furniture stores. I make friends every where I go.

Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

• Overtaxed
• Undeserved
• Job creator

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Pro-life

State and federal taxes
Regulation on businesses
Reform unemployment

Reform welfare

Who do you look up to? Whose example would you like to follow, and why?

Jim Preston
He was a follower of Jesus Christ. A big man who read and studied God's word daily. He was a mentor. He had a way of bringing you in and making you feel loved and appreciated.

Is there a book, essay, film, or something else you would recommend to someone who wants to understand your political philosophy?

Website

What characteristics or principles are most important for an elected official?

Speak the truth

Honesty

Accountable

What qualities do you possess that you believe would make you a successful officeholder?

Inspire people to achieve their God given potential

Listener
Problem solver
Visionary

Common sense

What do you believe are the core responsibilities for someone elected to this office?

Listen to your constituents . Be active in your district. Be transparent

What legacy would you like to leave?

No matter where you come from you can do anything you put your heart into.

What is the first historical event that happened in your lifetime that you remember? How old were you at the time?

9/11
35 years old

What was your very first job? How long did you have it?

Delivering news papers. Approximately 3years

What is your favorite book? Why?

The meaning of marriage.
Powerful written explaing what a biblical marriage should look like.

If you could be any fictional character, who would you want to be?

Superman

What was the last song that got stuck in your head?

Chris Stapleton: Tennessee whiskey

What is something that has been a struggle in your life?

Feeling like I've done enough

What do you believe is the ideal relationship between the governor and state legislature?

Open door policy.

What do you perceive to be your state's greatest challenges over the next decade?

Growing our tax base to help rural Oklahoma improve it's way of life. Accessibility to good healthy food, medical care, good paying jobs, roads, teachers and first responders receiving a liveable wage.

What are the benefits and drawbacks of a unicameral state legislature, in your opinion?

No benefit. This is what makes America great.
2 bodies that help make and pass laws as well as being able to represent a district that makes that law maker more accessible to his or her constituents.

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for state legislators to have previous experience in government or politics?

NO

Do you believe it’s beneficial to build relationships with other legislators? Please explain your answer.

Yes. God created us to be relational. The better we get to know someone the better we can solve and put forth a plan to enable our districts to prosper.

What process do you favor for redistricting?

Equal number of residents

If you are not a current legislator, are there certain committees that you would want to be a part of?

Business, commerce and tourism

Agriculture and wildlife

Finance committee

If you are a current legislator, what appealed to you about your current committees?

Na

Is there a particular legislator, past or present, whom you want to model yourself after?

No

Are you interested in running for a different political office (for example, the U.S. Congress or governor) in the future?

I'm hopeful I can help make the changes that I believe need to be done in the district I live in.
Once I'm able to do that I would consider higher office

Both sitting legislators and candidates for office hear many personal stories from the residents of their district. Is there a story that you’ve heard that you found particularly touching, memorable, or impactful?

I haven't at this time

Tell us your favorite joke.

Do you know why Amish people don't jet ski?
Because their horses will drown.

Should the legislature oversee or grant the use of emergency powers?

Yes

Do you believe that compromise is necessary or desirable for policymaking?

I believe in discussing view points and finding the best solution. It is desirable.

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Footnotes

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Current members of the Oklahoma State Senate

Leadership

Majority Leader:Julie Daniels

Senators

District 1

Micheal Bergstrom (R)

District 2

Ally Seifried (R)

District 3

Julie McIntosh (R)

District 4

Tom Woods (R)

District 5

George Burns (R)

District 6

David Bullard (R)

District 7

Warren Hamilton (R)

District 8

Bryan Logan (R)

District 9

Avery Frix (R)

District 10

Bill Coleman (R)

District 11

Regina Goodwin (D)

District 12

Todd Gollihare (R)

District 13

Jonathan Wingard (R)

District 14

Jerry Alvord (R)

District 15

Lisa Standridge (R)

District 16

Mary Boren (D)

District 17

Shane Jett (R)

District 18

Jack Stewart (R)

District 19

Roland Pederson (R)

District 20

Chuck Hall (R)

District 21

Randy Grellner (R)

District 22

Kristen Thompson (R)

District 23

Lonnie Paxton (R)

District 24

Darrell Weaver (R)

District 25

Brian Guthrie (R)

District 26

Darcy Jech (R)

District 27

Casey Murdock (R)

District 28

Grant Green (R)

District 29

Julie Daniels (R)

District 30

Julia Kirt (D)

District 31

Spencer Kern (R)

District 32

Dusty Deevers (R)

District 33

Christi Gillespie (R)

District 34

Dana Prieto (R)

District 35

Jo Anna Dossett (D)

District 36

John Haste (R)

District 37

Aaron Reinhardt (R)

District 38

Brent Howard (R)

District 39

Dave Rader (R)

District 40

Carri Hicks (D)

District 41

Adam Pugh (R)

District 42

Brenda Stanley (R)

District 43

Kendal Sacchieri (R)

District 44

Michael Brooks (D)

District 45

Paul Rosino (R)

District 46

Mark Mann (D)

District 47

Kelly Hines (R)

District 48

Nikki Nice (D)

Republican Party (40)

Democratic Party (8)