GOP dissent to Walters grows, but House investigation appears unlikely

OKLAHOMA CITY — The number of House Republicans asking for an investigation into state Superintendent Ryan Walters is climbing, but the lawmaker leading the effort expressed uncertainty that he could meet the 51 signatures necessary for the chamber’s leader to consider the inquiry.

Although the probe appears unlikely, voices opposing Walters’ leadership crescendoed this week from within his own Republican Party, with more GOP lawmakers making public statements of frustration.

As of Wednesd...