OKLAHOMA CITY - Oklahoma Attorney General Mike Hunter announced Tuesday that he will step down effective June 1st. The Republican who has served in the post since 2017 said that the move comes amid “certain personal matters that are becoming public will become a distraction for this office”.
In a statement, Hunter expressed gratitude for the chance to serve.
“It has been a distinct and absolute privilege of a lifetime to serve as the state’s attorney general. Regrettably, certain personal matters that are becoming public will become a distraction for this office. The office of attorney general is one of the most important positions in state government. I cannot allow a personal issue to overshadow the vital work the attorneys, agents and support staff do on behalf of Oklahomans,” Hunter noted. ““I thank those who entrusted me to fulfill this role and I am very sorry that I will no longer be here. I also extend a very heartfelt appreciation for those employees who chose public service and to work for the office. The employees in the Attorney General’s Office are dedicated, driven and go to bed every night and wake up every morning with the safety of Oklahomans as their magnetic north. I truly appreciate everything they do.”
Hunter had previously served as Secretary of State under former Governor Frank Keating.
