Chris Anoatubby Sworn in as Chickasaw Nation Governor After Father Bill Anoatubby Retires

Bill Anoatubby, former Governor, Chickasaw Nation

A look at former Chickasaw Nation Governor Bill Anoatubby. Anoatubby stepped down as the head of the Chickasaw Nation on Friday, June 26, 2026.

Chris Anoatubby sworn in as Chickasaw Nation governor after father Bill Anoatubby retires

Chris Anoatubby was sworn in on Friday as governor of the Chickasaw Nation, succeeding his father, Bill Anoatubby, who previously announced his retirement three years into his 10th consecutive term.

Chris Anoatubby set to be sworn in as Chickasaw Nation's new governor

Chickasaw Nation Lt. Gov. Chris Anoatubby is set to take over as governor on Friday, following in his father's footsteps.

Drummond praises new Chickasaw Nation governor - Oklahoma Farm Report

Attorney General Gentner Drummond made the following remarks today after Chickasaw Nation Gov. Chris Anoatubby took the oath of office. “Gov. Chris Anoatubby’s principled leadership, dynamic vision and steadfast commitment to the Chickasaw people make him the right leader to carry the Nation forward,” Drummond said. “I look forward to working with Gov. Anoatubby to