Nicole Pexton is running for Multnomah County auditor in the November 3, 2026, general election. The county’s official ballot lists her as the only named candidate for a four-year term.
Background and priorities
Pexton identifies herself as a chief audit executive with a background in government performance auditing. Her statement lists a master’s in public policy from American University, a bachelor’s degree from Whitman College and professional audit certifications.
She lists experience with the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission, Metro, Portland and the Secretary of State, along with service on public audit and oversight committees.
Pexton proposes shorter audits focused on key risks, brief reports with timely recommendations and a public report card tracking audit findings and outstanding recommendations.
She also wants to explore proactive advice from auditors to identify problems earlier. Her stated objective is more transparent and accountable government and clearer evidence that tax dollars improve services.
The background and positions above come from the candidate’s own statement in the official November 2026 voters’ pamphlet (page M-38). Election officials publish candidate statements as submitted and do not verify their claims.
Responses are based on public data and answers to a Surround Sound Media questionnaire if they were provided.
