James (Mac) McLaughlin
Nonpartisan · Oregon · 2026On the November 3 ballot for Deschutes County Sheriff, Oregon
Was James (Mac) McLaughlin elected? The official answer comes December 10.
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Deschutes County Sheriff
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Biography
McLaughlin is a detective lieutenant who has worked at the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office for more than 18 years, per The Bulletin. No campaign website was found as of September 22, 2026.
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