All other auditors have been from the North Dakota Republican Party. It is the only statewide office in North Dakota to have never been held by a member of the Nonpartisan League. The Auditor originally served a two-year term, but this was extended to four in 1964 by a constitutional amendment.
Except for those from the North Dakota Republican Party, all auditors have held the office. It is the only statewide position in North Dakota that has never been occupied by someone from the Nonpartisan League. The Auditor's initial two-year term was later expanded to four years in 1964 through a constitutional change.