Forrest Welch Bennett (born August 13,1989) is an American politician and trade unionist who has served as president of the Oklahoma AFL-CIO since 2025. A member of the Democratic Party,he previously served as a member of the Oklahoma House of Representatives from the 92nd district from 2016 to 2025.
In 2016,Bennett was one of three Democratic candidates who filed in Oklahoma House District 92 to replace Richard Morrissette,who could not run for re-election due to term limits.[6] During the campaign,Bennett made headlines for having his vehicle stolen while campaigning.[7] After securing his party's nomination,Bennett defeated Republican challenger Joe Griffin to win his seat.[8]
Bennett ran unopposed for re-election in 2018.[9] He was elected president of the Oklahoma AFL-CIO on November 7,2025,and announced he would resign his legislative seat effective December 1.[10][11]
Personal life
Bennett has two brothers,of which he is the middle child.[1] Bennett is married to Oklahoma City Public Schools board member Meg McElhaney.[12]
Election results
2016 Oklahoma House District 92 Primary Election June 28,2016
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