Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt has called for the resignations of four McCurtain County officials after an audio recording was released that allegedly captured them making racist remarks and discussing the killing of journalists. The audio was obtained legally by the McCurtain Gazette-News and has sparked outrage in the community, with many calling for the officials to be held accountable. Governor Stitt has stated that he is "both appalled and disheartened" by the comments and is seeking the resignations of Sheriff Kevin Clardy, Sheriff's Capt. Alicia Manning, District 2 Commissioner Mark Jennings, and Jail Administrator Larry Hendrix.