INDIANAPOLIS (WOWO): State Auditor Dwayne Sawyer is resigning just three months after being appointed to the position. Governor Mike Pence made the announcement today that he is accepting Sawyer’s resignation. In a statement released by Governor Pence’s office, Governor Pence said,
“I have accepted Dwayne Sawyer’s resignation as Auditor of State effective December 15, 2013. His reason for resigning had to do with personal and family circumstances, and I respect his decision to step aside. Hoosiers can be assured that Mr. Sawyer’s resignation had nothing to do with his fiduciary responsibilities for the state or his execution of his duties as Auditor. This office will always be grateful for Mr. Sawyer’s service and wish him well in his future endeavors.”
Sawyer cited family and personal concerns in his letter of resignation. His resignation will be effective as of December 15th, at 6:00 P.M.
