Jon Painter

Dr. Jon Painter is a Republican candidate for the Oklahoma State Senate, District 24, in the 2026 primary election. A lifelong resident of Cleveland County, he grew up in Moore and owned an optometric practice there for over three decades. Painter is campaigning on conservative values, pledging to fight for limited government, Second Amendment rights, and to push back against progressive agendas. He emphasizes his commitment to the community, presenting himself as a hometown leader with integrity, rather than a career politician. He has also signed a pledge supporting congressional term limits.