OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond is taking over the prosecution of a Republican leader in the Oklahoma House accused of several felonies alleging he used his power to change state law so his wife could become a tag agent, Drummond's office confirmed on Monday.

Drummond takes over the case from new Oklahoma County District Attorney Vicki Behenna. Rep. Terry O'Donnell and his wife Teresa both have been charged with multiple felony counts in the alleged scheme. The most serious charge they face is conspiracy against the state, which carries a penalty of up to 10 yea...