Sen. James Lankford responds after Senate GOP funds ICE and Border Patrol for 3 years, warns against political games with law enforcement
Oklahoma – Senator James Lankford said Congress is moving forward on major national security legislation, pointing to recent votes on immigration enforcement funding and an upcoming effort to reauthorize federal surveillance authorities. “After voting overnight last week to fund ICE and Border Patrol for the…
Gov. Stitt praises Trump, says the President knew Oklahoma had what America needed to secure its supply chain when he backed major aluminum project
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt is highlighting Oklahoma’s growing role in national manufacturing and supply chain security, arguing that a major aluminum project planned for northeast Oklahoma could play a key role in reducing U.S. dependence on foreign suppliers. In a June 7 post on…
Governor Kevin Stitt says “the truth still matters in Oklahoma” as he pushes for transparency in political ads generated by AI
Oklahoma – Gov. Kevin Stitt is calling for greater transparency in political advertising as artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly powerful tool in election campaigns, arguing that voters should be able to make decisions based on candidates’ policies rather than potentially misleading AI-generated content. “The truth…
Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy cadets reach significant milestone in training as they learn where they will begin their careers as state troopers
Oklahoma – Cadets in the 75th Oklahoma Highway Patrol Academy reached a significant milestone in their training on June 5 as they learned where they will begin their careers as state troopers after graduation. According to the Oklahoma Highway Patrol, the agency’s chief announced each…
Lawton police investigating homicide after deadly incident on NE Arlington
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is investigating a homicide that occurred on June 6 in the 100 block of NE Arlington. According to police, officers responded to the area after receiving a report of a possible shooting. As the investigation progressed, authorities determined…
Governor Stitt signs new savings initiative for children in state custody, calls it path to the American Dream
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt signed an executive order aimed at expanding access to federal Trump Accounts for children in Oklahoma’s foster care system, building on federal child welfare initiatives. According to the governor’s office, the order is intended to strengthen financial protections and increase…
Gov. Stitt reacts after nonprofit organization expressed support for Pride Month, says “this is the kind of content that doesn’t need to be funded by taxpayer dollars”
Oklahoma – “This is the kind of content that doesn’t need to be funded by taxpayer dollars. That’s why I vetoed funding of OETA this session,” Governor Kevin Stitt said in a post responding to a Sesame Street message celebrating Pride Month. Governor Kevin Stitt…
Gov. Stitt says Trump endorsement exposed AG Drummond, claims he “turned his back on Oklahoma and showed his true colors”
Oklahoma – Governor Kevin Stitt issued a statement criticizing Attorney General Gentner Drummond over his opposition to a major economic development project planned for Inola, describing the effort as one of the largest projects in Oklahoma history. In the statement, Stitt said the project, which…
Students explore aerospace and STEM careers during Fly Forward event
Lawton, OK – Students in Lawton spent a day learning about aerospace technology, drone operations, and STEM-related challenges during the Fly Forward: Tuesday Take-Off event. According to the City of Lawton, participants explored aerospace concepts, developed drone flight skills, and took part in hands-on STEM…
Lawton Police Department partners with Oklahoma Highway Safety Office for motorcycle safety course
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department partnered with the Oklahoma Highway Safety Office on Friday to host a Motorcycle Safety Rider Course at the Fort Sill motorcycle skills pad. The course was led by officers from the department’s Motor Unit and focused on helping…
Lawton Police Department urges drivers to follow traffic controls in Parkridge and Lee Boulevard construction zone
Lawton, OK – The Lawton Police Department is reminding drivers to follow posted traffic controls and detour routes in the construction area near Parkridge and Lee Boulevard following reports of dangerous driving behaviors in the zone. According to the department, officers have recently received reports…
“You can’t pick and choose who the law applies to based on race,” Gov. Stitt responds to Oklahoma Supreme Court ruling involving tribal settlement deal
Oklahoma – The Oklahoma Supreme Court has rejected a settlement agreement involving the City of Tulsa and the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, a decision Governor Kevin Stitt says restores proper law enforcement authority in the city. Governor Kevin Stitt said the ruling voids an agreement that…
