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headquartersnews.bsky.social Headquarters @headquartersnews.bsky.social · Feb 19
Republican Governor: It feels like we are a car racing toward a cliff, and my party is driving. We’re not getting anything done
February 19, 2026 at 7:31 PM
carlquintanilla.bsky.social
“.. the first time a Republican governor has questioned the interstate deployment of National Guard troops over a governor’s objections.”

@nytimes.com #OKgov
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October 9, 2025 at 6:22 PM
carlquintanilla.bsky.social
“.. the latest example of the president attacking a member of his own party.”

@wsj.com #OKgov
#FatLadySinging 🎶
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February 12, 2026 at 12:21 PM
carlquintanilla.bsky.social
OKLAHOMA GOV. STITT: “.. “Americans are asking themselves, ‘What is the endgame? .. Is it to deport every single non-U.S. citizen? I don’t think that’s what Americans want.”

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January 25, 2026 at 11:00 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
Though billed as a win for "low-income" families, 75% of Oklahoma’s private school tax credit recipients came from households making over $75,000. Median household income in the state is $63,600. #oklaed #okgov #okleg

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May 8, 2025 at 12:46 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
Oklahoma Treasurer Todd Russ tried to steer major companies away from “ideological activism” using the state’s $2 billion tobacco endowment. Shareholders weren’t swayed—his proposals got less than 1% of the vote. #okgov #okleg #DEI #ESG

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June 20, 2025 at 11:40 AM
the-downballot.com
A very tight GOP primary for #OKGov so far. This one is sure to head to a runoff (need a majority to avoid one).

Drummond, currently in front, is the state AG and has feuded with Christian conservatives b/c he fought state funding of religious schools.
June 17, 2026 at 12:47 AM
pmonies.bsky.social
“Walters’ weaponization of public education reveals how quickly democratic institutions can be corrupted when leaders prioritize their political advancement and agendas over the public good.”
#oklaed #okgov #okleg
americanoversight.org American Oversight @americanoversight.org · Sep 10
Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters has used his control over public education to mandate Christian teachings, enforce Trump’s agenda, and raise his national profile, putting his ambitions over the interests of Oklahoma’s children.
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Public Education as a Political Weapon: The Rise of Ryan Walters - American Oversight
Ryan Walters has exploited his authority to inject Christian nationalism into curriculum and launch himself onto the national stage.
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September 10, 2025 at 6:57 PM
the-downballot.com
The AP has called runoffs for both #OKGov and #OK01. Trump's picks are in second in both races, but for Mike Mazzei, who was an afterthought until Trump boosted him, it's huge. For Jackson Lahmeyer, who should've been the easy frontrunner, it ain't great.
June 17, 2026 at 2:31 AM
baseballot.bsky.social
The GOP primary for #OKgov will go to a runoff between Attorney General Gentner Drummond and former state Sen. Mike Mazzei. Drummond is a bit of a maverick, while Mazzei was endorsed by Trump (to many people's surprise).
June 17, 2026 at 2:33 AM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
A legal battle brews in Oklahoma over missing Signal messages used by a top state official to coordinate anti-ESG policy. Critics say it's a transparency issue. Officials say it’s protected political speech. #ESG #okgov #okleg #transparency

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April 22, 2025 at 12:10 PM
pmonies.bsky.social
Looks like @cyndimunson.bsky.social gubernatorial campaign filed paperwork with the Oklahoma Ethics Commission yesterday.

Munson, Democratic leader in the House, was first elected in a special election in 2015. #okgov #okleg #okelections
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April 15, 2025 at 3:33 PM
pmonies.bsky.social
For those keeping score on this site, a former Stitt comms director used to say: "If you're explaining, you're losing."
#okgov #okleg #insidebaseball
pmonies.bsky.social Paul Monies @pmonies.bsky.social · Apr 7
I'm wondering how "Congressional Democrats" have any power to do anything related to a federal bureaucracy? Isn't that in the Chief Twit's purview now. 🤷‍♂️

Either way, the OK Gov has sent out two press releases today explaining his views on the Forestry Dept. wildfire response.
#okgov #okleg #DOGE
Governor Stitt Issues Statement on Forestry OKLAHOMA CITY (April 7, 2025) - Governor Stitt released to following statement in regards to the recent controversy surrounding the Oklahoma Forestry Service: "Our local and rural firefighters are heroes. Plain and simple. While they were out fighting fires and saving lives, the bureaucracy within the forestry division’s leadership withheld nearly 50% of resources from those facing the most dire fire situations,” said Gov. Stitt. “I applaud the people in the Forestry division that are on the front line supporting our rural firefighters; however, as we have sought to get more information about what happened that day, leadership at Forestry has been unresponsive and has given us inconsistent information. This is unacceptable. They answer to the Oklahoma taxpayers, and those taxpayers deserve answers. This is the same runaround the bureaucracies and Congressional Democrats in D.C. are giving President Trump. I will continue to demand answers despite pushback from those who seem to want to avoid accountability and obscure the truth." Gov. Stitt Sets the Record Straight on Forestry As Governor, it is my duty to protect all four million Oklahomans. It is imperative that I ensure that those serving in state government share in that duty and work to execute it every day. On March 14, the state experienced the worst outbreak of wildfires in recorded history. It was the perfect storm of high winds, low humidity and drought conditions, which led to nearly 158 wildfires breaking out around the state. Over 500 homes were lost and tragically, four Oklahomans lost their lives. In the face of overwhelming danger, hundreds of local, volunteer, and rural firefighters ran toward the flames—sacrificing safety, and in some cases, their own homes. Their bravery represents the very best of Oklahoma. That is simply unacceptable. I asked the forestry director to step down so we could get a fresh set of eyes on this division and take decisive steps to prevent a tragedy like this from happening in the future. As the Secretary of Oklahoma Department of Agriculture, Food, and Forestry and the Director of Oklahoma Emergency Management began to dig into what happened on March 14, they were met with reluctance to give answers. When they received the answers they needed, they found that the director only deployed half of his available resources to help local firefighters around the state. While our local firefighters were stretched thin, leadership at Forestry Services failed to act with the urgency the moment demanded. When I learn information like this, I have no choice but to make a change. As we dig into this agency, we will efficiently use funds to build the division back better or we can divert resources to local fire stations that are better situated to protect their communities. We see time and time again that bureaucratic processes stand in the way of getting actual work done for the people of Oklahoma. This time, the bureaucracy cost lives. We owe it to those we lost—and to every family rebuilding—to ensure this never happens again. Accountability is not a punishment; it’s a promise. I have tasked Agriculture Secretary Blayne Arthur and Public Safety Secretary Tricia Everest to assemble a report detailing where our response failed and what can be done to improve that response in the future. That will be completed within the week so all Oklahomans can have answers.
April 7, 2025 at 11:59 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
A former Oklahoma Land Office Secretary left a trail of lawsuits and audits after just 2 years in office. Over $435K has been spent so far on legal fees and audits. #okgov #okleg

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December 6, 2024 at 1:38 PM
pmonies.bsky.social
NEW: A private religious school in Owasso emailed parents ahead of a GOP runoff, highlighting candidate stances on a school tax credit—raising flags over partisan activity by a nonprofit.
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(via @oklahomawatch.bsky.social)
#okleg #okgov #oklaed
June 4, 2025 at 11:56 AM
the-downballot.com
Interesting take: GOP Rep. Kevin Hern says he's considering a bid for #OKGov in part because he's concerned Republicans will lose the House in 2026
November 25, 2024 at 7:12 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
Oklahoma @GovStitt defends his return-to-work mandate, saying it improves productivity and accountability. But some lawmakers – including his fellow Republicans – worry it could push talent to the private sector. #okleg #okgov #WFH

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February 24, 2025 at 12:44 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
A private religious school in Owasso emailed parents ahead of a GOP runoff, highlighting candidate stances on a school tax credit—raising flags over partisan activity by a nonprofit. #okleg #okgov #schoolchoice

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June 4, 2025 at 1:33 PM
pmonies.bsky.social
.@kfor4.bsky.social invited me on yesterday to talk about my latest story about measles data and the Oklahoma State Department of Health.
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January 7, 2026 at 6:02 PM
pmonies.bsky.social
This polls puts him at +1 in Oklahoma.

Our airwaves are full of ads with GOP hopefuls and their unquestioning alignment with Trump.

#okgov #okleg
gelliottmorris.com G Elliott Morris @gelliottmorris.com · May 11
Really is remarkable what a 36% approval rating looks like in map form. The Economist's MRP model has Trump's approval rating among all adults net negative in all but 6 states www.economist.com/interactive/...
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May 11, 2026 at 4:29 PM
pmonies.bsky.social
At a budget hearing yesterday, OMES, which handles most state contracts, touted its new technology for cracking down on purchasing problems. But it didn’t flag this?!? #okleg #okgov #oklaed
January 28, 2025 at 1:46 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
Oklahoma’s Donahue Behavioral Health Center faces a $125 million shortfall. Cost overruns stem from inflation, overlooked furniture/equipment costs and bathroom redesigns. #MentalHealth #okleg #okgov

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December 4, 2024 at 1:06 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
Oklahoma’s mental health agency says it may not make payroll due to a $23M budget shortfall. Lawmakers were told just weeks ago there were no expected cash-flow issues. #okleg #okgov #mentalhealth

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May 2, 2025 at 5:17 PM
oklahomawatch.bsky.social
In his State of the State address, Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt pushed tax cuts, government downsizing and school reforms while unveiling a state version of President Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency. #okgov #okleg #oksots

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February 4, 2025 at 1:05 PM