# Kevin Hern

> Kevin Hern is a Republican politician and businessman serving as the U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 1st congressional district since 2019. He previously owned 24 McDonald's restaurants and has a background in aerospace engineering. He is the Republican candidate for U.S. Senate in Oklahoma in 2026.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 1st Congressional District
- State: OK
- Race: Oklahoma U.S. Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Tulsa, Oklahoma
- Race rating: Safe R
- Campaign website: https://hernforsenate.com/

## Background

- Education: Architectural Drafting Certificate, Career Technology School; B.S. in Engineering; M.B.A.
- Professional background: Aerospace engineer at Rockwell International; McDonald's franchisee (owned 24 restaurants); entrepreneur in banking, manufacturing, real estate, technology, and sports publishing.
- Public service: U.S. Representative for Oklahoma's 1st congressional district (2019–present); Chairman of the House Republican Policy Committee (119th Congress); Chairman of the Republican Study Committee (118th Congress).
- Military service: None

## Sources

- Official Campaign Website – Kevin Hern: https://hernforsenate.com/

Last updated: 2026-07-19T20:28:46.336Z

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Source: Transparency Report — https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/kevin-hern-oklahoma-r-2026
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