Fallin Names Deering to Succeed Aragon

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Governor Mary Fallin is naming Major Gen. Myles Deering as her Secretary of Veterans Affiars, Oklahoma Watch has learned.

Fallin’s spokesman, Alex Weintz, confirmed the changes Friday afternoon. Weintz said Deering would replace Gen. Rita Aragon, who was stepping down as state VA secretary. Aragon has been named to a new post: governor’s liaison for veterans affairs.

Weintz also confirmed that Fallin will name Brig. Gen. Robbie L. Asher as adjutant general, replacing Deering. Asher will command the Oklahoma Army and Air National Guard.


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  1. Bob Dani, 19 December, 2014

    Gov. Fallin couldn’t have made better choice(s) all around on these appointments. Generals Deering, Aragon, and Asher will do excellent jobs on their new appointments serving our military, and veterans alike.

    Thank You Governor Fallin.

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