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Mike Harmon (politician)
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Mike Harmon (born October 16, 1966) is an American politician who served as the Kentucky auditor of public accounts from 2016 to 2024. He was previously a Republican member of the Kentucky House of Representatives for the 54th district.[1] He was a 2011 candidate for Lieutenant Governor of Kentucky, but lost in the primary.
Quick Facts Auditor of Kentucky, Governor ...
Mike Harmon | |
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Auditor of Kentucky | |
In office January 4, 2016 ā January 1, 2024 | |
Governor | Matt Bevin Andy Beshear |
Preceded by | Adam Edelen |
Succeeded by | Allison Ball |
Member of the Kentucky House of Representatives from the 54th district | |
In office January 1, 2003 ā January 3, 2016 | |
Preceded by | John Bowling |
Succeeded by | Daniel Elliott |
Personal details | |
Born | (1966-10-16) October 16, 1966 (age 57) Harrodsburg, Kentucky, U.S. |
Political party | Republican |
Education | Eastern Kentucky University (BS) |
Website | Official website |
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In 2015, Harmon was elected state auditor, after defeating Democratic incumbent Adam Edelen. He was the only Republican statewide candidate to run unopposed in the primary.[2] He was elected to a second term as auditor in 2019.[3] He ran in the primary for the 2023 gubernatorial election.[4]