House Democratic Leader Suspends Ajay Pittman Amid Fraud Probe

URGENT UPDATE: House Democratic Leader Cyndi Munson has just suspended Representative Ajay Pittman from all House activities amid a developing fraud investigation. This action follows serious allegations from the Oklahoma Ethics Commission, which filed a lawsuit last week accusing the lawmaker of misconduct.

The ongoing investigation centers around Pittman, a Democrat from Oklahoma City, who previously reached a settlement with the Ethics Commission in 2024, where she was fined $35,000 for multiple campaign finance violations. However, new revelations have surfaced, leading to the formal lawsuit that could have severe ramifications for her political career.

Documents show that Pittman allegedly paid $5,000 in August 2024 and submitted a check for $2,500 in January 2025. Yet, the Ethics Commission discovered that these funds were never deposited into the intended campaign account, raising questions about her financial dealings.

Earlier this year, a complaint prompted the Ethics Commission to investigate, culminating in a vote last week to prosecute Pittman in Oklahoma County District Court. As a result, she has been suspended from her membership and activities within the House Democratic Caucus, as well as from all assigned House committees, pending the outcome of the investigation.

Oklahoma House Speaker Kyle Hilbert has confirmed that Pittman has also been removed from her position on the Tribal-State Committee.

In a statement regarding the situation, Cyndi Munson emphasized, “While we maintain that everyone is innocent until proven guilty, the allegations regarding Rep. Ajay Pittman are severe enough that action was warranted. The House Democratic Caucus remains committed to accountability and transparency for all elected officials, and we will continue to focus on serving all constituents and solving problems for everyday Oklahomans.”

As this situation develops, the political landscape in Oklahoma remains tense. The House Democratic Caucus will not comment further on the investigations unless new information emerges, leaving many to wonder what the future holds for Pittman and her role within the legislature.

Stay tuned for updates as this story unfolds. The implications of these allegations could significantly impact not just Pittman’s career but also the broader political climate in Oklahoma.