David Brock Smith wins GOP primary for US Senate in Oregon, will face Democratic incumbent Merkley
David Brock Smith has secured the Republican nomination for the U.S. Senate in Oregon, positioning himself against incumbent Democrat Jeff Merkley in the upcoming election. Smith, a state senator, emphasized his campaign's focus on key issues affecting Oregonians, including affordable living and job creation. The primary results also included significant outcomes in other races, such as the rejection of a gas tax increase and the advancement of Republican Christine Drazan in the gubernatorial primary.
- ▪David Brock Smith won the Republican primary for U.S. Senate in Oregon.
- ▪He will challenge incumbent Democratic Senator Jeff Merkley in November.
- ▪Voters rejected a proposed gas tax increase during the primary election.
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ABC NewsLiveVideoShowsGood Morning AmericaShopGMAInterest Successfully AddedWe'll notify you here with news aboutTurn on desktop notifications for breaking stories about interest? OffOnStream onDavid Brock Smith wins GOP primary for US Senate in Oregon, will face Democratic incumbent MerkleyDavid Brock Smith has won the Republican primary for U.S. Senate in OregonByCLAIRE RUSH Associated PressMay 22, 2026, 8:50 PM1:12FILE - Republican Sen. David Brock Smith speaks at the Oregon State Capitol in Salem, Ore., May 11, 2023. (AP Photo/Amanda Loman, File)The Associated PressPORTLAND, Ore. -- David Brock Smith won the Republican primary for U.S.
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