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Drummond files suit to protect Oklahomans’ genetic information

Monday, June 23 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has filed a federal lawsuit to block genetic testing company 23andMe from selling the private DNA information of 15 million customers without their permission. He joined attorneys general from 27 other states in the legal challenge, arguing that the company's plan to auction off customers' genetic data... Read More.

Drummond lauds Oklahoma Supreme Court decision on House Bill 1775

Friday, June 20 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond praised the Oklahoma Supreme Court’s ruling that embraced a reasonable interpretation of a state law combatting racism and sexism in Oklahoma education. In its ruling, the Supreme Court agreed with the Attorney General’s Office that House Bill 1775 does not reach college classrooms, but rather that it... Read More.

Drummond warns consumers about scam soliciting preemptive bail payments

Tuesday, June 10 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY (June 10, 2025) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is warning Oklahoma consumers about the resurgence of a scam where fraudsters are producing fake arrest warrants and asking individuals to post preemptive bail at virtual currency kiosks. “Oklahomans need to stay vigilant protecting themselves from unscrupulous thieves out to steal money and exploit personal information,”... Read More.

Drummond urges Congress to preserve health care access for 9/11 responders, survivors

Monday, May 26 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is asking Congress to fix an impending funding crisis that threatens the World Trade Center Health Program (WTCHP), a lifeline for more than 135,000 first responders, survivors and families impacted by the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001. In a letter to congressional leadership, Drummond and a coalition... Read More.

Drummond urges legislative overrides of Stitt vetoes

Friday, May 23 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – In the wake of Gov. Stitt’s flurry of vetoes this legislative session, Attorney General Gentner Drummond is calling on state legislators to remind the Governor that they are a co-equal branch of government.“The power of the override is critical in these waning days of session,” said Drummond. “Gov. Stitt is forcing... Read More.

Drummond urges Gov. Stitt to commit National Guard troops to DHS immigration enforcement

Monday, May 19 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY -- Attorney General Gentner Drummond is urging Governor Kevin Stitt to send Oklahoma troops after the U.S. Department of Homeland Security confirmed it has requested 20,000 National Guard troops to help with immigration enforcement.“President Trump has been taking bold and decisive action to secure our borders and deport illegal immigrants, despite facing... Read More.

Drummond joins 24-state coalition challenging Vermont climate law

Wednesday, May 7 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY -Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is joining a 24-state coalition in a legal challenge against Vermont's new Climate Superfund Act, which Drummond says threatens Oklahoma's energy industry and economic stability.The coalition argues that the law, which targets fossil fuel companies for greenhouse gas emissions dating back to... Read More.

AG Drummond stands firm against taxpayer-funded religious school ahead of Supreme Court case

Wednesday, April 30 by News 6

The U.S. Supreme Court is set to hear arguments Wednesday in a case that could determine whether a religious school in Oklahoma can receive taxpayer funding, a decision with potentially far-reaching implications for the separation of church and state in public education.The case centers around Saint Isidore of Seville Catholic Charter School, which was... Read More.

Drummond Lauds State Senate Passage of Critical Cybersecurity Bill

Friday, March 28 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma State Senate Thursday passed Senate Bill 626 requiring businesses to report any security breaches to the Attorney General’s Office if personal information is exposed. Authored by Sen. Brent Howard and Rep. John Pfeiffer, the measure is designed to strengthen cybersecurity protections and enhance the state’s ability to investigate and... Read More.

Drummond Pushes Back Against Biden-Harris Dietary Recommendations

Wednesday, February 12 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is pushing back against dietary recommendations made by a Biden-Harris Administration advisory committee to move meat, poultry and eggs to last on the list of recommended protein sources. In a letter sent Monday to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and the U.S. Department of Agriculture,... Read More.

Drummond Announces Defeat of Biden Administration’s EV Mandate

Friday, February 7 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced today the long-awaited defeat of the Biden Administration’s burdensome emissions regulations from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). In 2023, Oklahoma joined a 21-state coalition to challenge the Biden Administration’s attempt to drive gas-powered cars off the road. The FHWA rule would have forced states to set... Read More.

Drummond Defends Religious Organization’s Authority to Hire Based on Beliefs

Wednesday, February 5 by Ponca City Now

OKLAHOMA CITY – Attorney General Gentner Drummond is standing up for religious organizations' rights to make their own employment decisions. He joined 19 other state attorneys general to file an amicus brief that could impact how religious organizations hire employees. The case involves an entity in Washington state fighting for the right to ensure... Read More.