Drummond announces Carolyn Thompson as new chief of staff
Summary
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced the appointment of Carolyn Thompson as the agency's new chief of staff, effective immediately. Thompson previously served as director of government affairs since January 2023 and succeeds Rob Johnson in the role. Thompson brings extensive state government experience from the Oklahoma State Department of Education and legislative offices.
What changed
Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond has named Carolyn Thompson as the agency's new chief of staff, succeeding Rob Johnson. Thompson has served as director of government affairs since January 2023 and previously held positions with the Oklahoma State Department of Education from 2014-2022, including deputy chief of staff and chief of government affairs. She also served in the offices of the Speaker of the House and Lieutenant Governor.
Affected parties including government affairs professionals and legal staff within the Attorney General's office should note the leadership transition. No immediate regulatory or compliance implications arise from this personnel change, though stakeholders may observe potential shifts in agency priorities or operational approaches as the new chief of staff assumes oversight responsibilities.
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- Monitor for policy changes under new chief of staff
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Drummond announces Carolyn Thompson as new chief of staff
Tweet PRINT Email Tuesday, April 07, 2026 OKLAHOMA CITY (April 7, 2026) – Attorney General Gentner Drummond has named Carolyn Thompson to serve as the agency’s chief of staff.
Thompson has been the Attorney General Office’s director of government affairs since January 2023. From 2014 through 2022, she served as deputy chief of staff and chief of government affairs for the Oklahoma State Department of Education. In addition, Thompson served in the offices of Oklahoma’s Speaker of the House and the Lieutenant Governor.
“I am excited for the opportunity to serve Attorney General Drummond and the office in a new role,” she said. “This agency does tremendous work for the people of Oklahoma and I’m proud to be a part of it. I look forward to the challenges ahead.”
Thompson succeeds Rob Johnson.
Last Modified on Apr 07, 2026
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