comptroller

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But President Jose Raul Mulino has called the contract "unfair" and the office of the comptroller general -- an autonomous body that examines how government money is spent -- subsequently recommended it be annulled.

From Barron's • Feb. 12, 2026

Private lawyers and Panama’s comptroller filed lawsuits against Hutchison with the Supreme Court alleging the company breached Panama’s constitution by violating the interests of its government and taxpayers.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 13, 2026

Treasury; the Treasury secretary and comptroller of the currency were ex officio members of its board, and the Treasury secretary presided over its meetings.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 27, 2025

The comptroller repeatedly asked immigration agents if they had a warrant for his arrest, but was not given an answer.

From Slate • Jun. 19, 2025

She says if I run for mayor she wants to be comptroller, of all things.”

From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee