In a recent development, Oklahoma Attorney General Drummond has responded to a request from Secretary of Education Walters regarding the application of President Trump’s order banning federal money from going to undocumented people on undocumented students receiving benefits. In his response, Drummond praised Trump’s crackdown on illegal immigration and criticized Governor Stitt’s handling of immigration issues. He accused Stitt of poorly vetting Afghan refugees and criticized his partnership with the Mexican government.
Drummond emphasized that state services in Oklahoma should be delivered exclusively to American citizens and lawful residents, pointing out that Stitt has not collected citizenship information to understand the extent of state funds being spent on illegal immigrants. He also clarified that the executive order in question addresses federal agencies, not state agencies, and urged Walters to focus on improving students’ test scores and reading proficiency.
Walters expressed disappointment with Drummond’s response, accusing him of refusing to support President Trump’s executive order on illegal immigration. Meanwhile, Stitt’s office defended the governor’s efforts to protect Oklahomans and children in communities. The ongoing tension between Drummond, Walters, and Stitt highlights the complex dynamics surrounding immigration policies in Oklahoma.
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