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Are two of Oklahoma’s members of Congress ranked among the wealthiest in the nation?

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oklahomawatch.org – Matthew Yim – 2025-04-17 10:11:00

Sources consistently place two members of Oklahoma’s congressional delegation, Kevin Hern and Markwayne Mullin, in the top 10% of all 535 members of Congress based on net worth. 

Using personal financial disclosure reports from 2018, OpenSecrets ranked members of Congress by approximate net worth by adding each disclosed asset value range and subtracting the liability value range, placing Hern and Mullin at No. 12 and No. 45, respectively. 

Quiver Quantitative, which uses live data on politicians’ stock portfolios made available through the STOCK Act, currently ranks Hern and Mullin at No.10 and No. 16, respectively. 

Though OpenSecrets also includes data filed under the STOCK Act, which requires members of Congress to report all financial transactions after they occur, only Quiver Quantitative is regularly updated. 

OpenSecrets estimated the 2018 net worths of Hern and Mullin to have been about $61 million and $11 million, respectively, while Quiver Quantitative has current estimates of $106.76 million and $65.04 million, respectively. 

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Oklahoma City breast cancer survivor defying the odds

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www.youtube.com – KFOR Oklahoma’s News 4 – 2025-07-10 06:32:12

SUMMARY: Oklahoma City breast cancer survivor Genna was told she had about a year to live four years ago. After over a decade battling cancer, including being on oxygen and using a wheelchair, she joined a clinical trial at OU Health’s Stephenson Cancer Center. Now, she feels great, no longer senses her cancer, and is holding stable. Genna is back to gardening and training for the National Senior Games in Des Moines, Iowa. Her mindset is crucial—she fights back from setbacks and encourages others to keep trying and consider clinical trials. Genna’s legacy is resilience, inspiring her family and community.

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Body of missing 22-year-old swimmer recovered

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www.youtube.com – KFOR Oklahoma’s News 4 – 2025-07-08 22:20:37

SUMMARY: The body of 22-year-old Michael Jayden De Barra, who went missing while swimming in the Deep Fork River on the 4th of July, was recovered Saturday morning. Rescue crews initially suspended their search Friday due to turbulent waters but resumed at 11:00 AM Saturday after a police drone located his body downstream. Family members, devastated by the tragic loss during their holiday celebration, described Michael as charming, a family man who loved God, animals, Morgan Wallen, and was a proud business owner. The family has requested privacy, and a GoFundMe has been established to support them during this difficult time.

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Search on hold for missing swimmer

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www.youtube.com – KFOR Oklahoma’s News 4 – 2025-07-08 01:27:11

SUMMARY: Search efforts for a missing 22-year-old swimmer in Northeast Oklahoma County have been put on hold after he went under the Deep Fork River near Bullhead Falls. The incident occurred around 1 p.m. on July 4 during a holiday outing with friends. Emergency crews from Oklahoma City and Luther, including a helicopter, searched extensively but were forced to call off the operation due to dangerous conditions like strong currents, recent heavy rains, and submerged trees. Rescuers say the man was swept away by roaring rapids; despite attempts, it was too risky to continue water searches. The family remains in grief, hoping for updates.

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