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Michael J. "Mike" Waguespack, CPA is an American politician who is currently serving as the Louisiana Legislative Auditor. [1]

Waguespack was elected by a supermajority vote of the Louisiana State Legislature on April 19, 2021, with no dissentions. [2] He previously served as the Assumption Parish Sheriff until he was defeated in a runoff election in 2016.

The Legislative Auditor's Office is responsible for reviews of more than 3,500 state and local governments, agencies, boards, programs, and commissions. [2]

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References

  1. "Michael Waguespack, CPA". LLA. Retrieved 2023-06-23.
  2. 1 2 "Louisiana lawmakers pick new auditor to inspect finances". The Advocate. April 19, 2021. Retrieved June 23, 2023.