Walter "Les" Presmyk
Republican candidate for Other in Arizona
Walter "Les" Presmyk
Republican candidate for Other in Arizona
Arizona State Mine Inspector winner?
$13.61
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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Live Odds — Arizona State Mine Inspector winner?
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72%chance to win
$13.61NOV 7, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleOther
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyMainstream Republican
GenderMale
LocationArizona
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BackgroundMining engineer
EducationUniversity of Arizona — Mining Engineering (B.S.)
Notable personal detailsWalter Lesley “Les” Presmyk is an American mining engineer and Republican politician who has served as Arizona State Mine Inspector since 2025 after being appointed by Governor Katie Hobbs. He earned a mining engineering degree from the University of Arizona and worked for decades in Arizona’s mining industry, including as principal mining engineer for Salt River Project. Presmyk previously served on the Gilbert Town Council from 1999 to 2011.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Presmyk emphasizes preserving Arizona’s mining industry, supporting mining job opportunities, and working with companies and schools to strengthen the sector. No official stance on taxation or broader fiscal policy is on record.
Climate & Energy
Presmyk has publicly emphasized mining, mine safety, reclamation, and preserving Arizona’s mineral legacy. His campaign materials do not set out a direct climate or energy policy position, and one voter-guide profile lists no official stance on energy policy.
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