May 9, 2023 •
Oregon’s Secretary of State Resigns
Oregon’s Secretary of State Shemia Fagan announced her resignation on May 3, after reports revealed Fagan has been working a side job as a consultant for a failing marijuana dispensary chain.
The Office of the Secretary of State is currently undergoing a statewide audit of the marijuana industry.
Deputy Secretary of State, Cheryl Myers, will step in as acting secretary next Monday.
Gov. Kate Brown will then appoint a replacement to serve the remainder of the current term, which expires at the end of 2024.
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