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Rep. John Waldron Won't Seek Reelection After AI Scandal

4/15/2026

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Rep. John Waldron, a Tulsa Democrat, will not seek reelection after reports he used AI to create a fabricated image of himself kissing a woman.
He cited enormous personal stress and acknowledged his mistake.
He resigned as chair of the state Democratic Party in December, while remaining in the state House.
Waldron's name will still appear on the June 16 primary ballot against Kristina Gabriel.

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Rep. John Waldron, a Tulsa Democrat, will not seek reelection after reports he used AI to create a fabricated image of himself kissing a woman.
He cited enormous personal stress and acknowledged his mistake.
He resigned as chair of the state Democratic Party in December, while remaining in the state House.
Waldron's name will still appear on the June 16 primary ballot against Kristina Gabriel.