Sheriff Caught Discussing Killing Journalists Won't Face Charges

Sheriff in McCurtain County, Oklahoma was caught on tape discussing killing journalists and lynching Black people.
The state's attorney general stated there are no legal grounds to dismiss the sheriff and voters must decide if he stays in office.
One county official resigned and another was placed on leave after the recording captured the officials making offensive comments.
The attorney general and governor lack the power to remove the sheriff, leaving his fate to voters.
McCurtain County has struggled with lawlessness but has become a popular tourist destination.