Governor vs Legislature on Constitution | Oklahoma City News

A former Oklahoma state rep is suing Governor Stitt over his controversial push for a constitutional convention, arguing the governor lacks legal authority to call for a public vote — only the Legislature can initiate such a process. Backed by top legal minds including former federal judge Michael Burrage and constitutional lawyer Bob Burke, McBride contends the move could lead to sweeping changes without proper checks. The Attorney General has already sided with McBride, reinforcing that Stitt’s plan violates constitutional procedure. Though the Constitution allows for a convention every 20 years, Stitt’s proposed April 2027 vote would occur while he’s no longer in office — raising further questions about timing and legitimacy. This high-stakes legal battle centers on who truly holds power to reshape Oklahoma’s foundational document. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/e188d37c56e19a45