Oklahoma governor makes pick to replace Mullin in Senate

Oklahoma Gov. Kevin Stitt has appointed energy executive Alan Armstrong to fill the U.S. Senate seat vacated by Markwayne Mullin, who was confirmed Monday as secretary of the Department of Homeland Security. Armstrong, described as a third-generation Oklahoman and business leader, will serve the remainder of Mullin's term. The appointment bypasses a special election and allows the Trump administration to maintain Republican control of the seat while Mullin moves into his cabinet role. Stitt announced the decision at a Tuesday press conference, positioning Armstrong as an experienced executive from Oklahoma's energy sector.