2024 North Dakota gubernatorial election
2024 North Dakota gubernatorial election
The 2024 North Dakota gubernatorial election will be held on November 5, 2024, to elect the governor of North Dakota , concurrently with the U.S. presidential election , as well as various other federal , state , and local elections. Primary elections took place on June 11, 2024.[ 1]
Background
In November 2022, voters in the state approved a constitutional amendment limiting governors to two four-year terms, but it only applies to individuals elected after January 1, 2023, so incumbent governor Doug Burgum was still eligible to run for re-election under a grandfather clause .[ 2] On June 7, 2023, Burgum announced that he would instead run for the Republican nomination for president of the United States in 2024 , a race he dropped out of on December 4, 2023. Despite considering running for a third term after the end of his presidential campaign, Burgum announced he would not run for a third term on January 22, 2024.[ 3]
Before Burgum's announcement, former state Senator and former congressional candidate Tom Campbell suggested at and considered a gubernatorial run, despite whatever choice Burgum made.[ 4] [ 5] After the decision from Burgum to not seek re-election, Campbell entered the race.[ 6]
On January 23, the day after Burgum's announcement, U.S. Representative Kelly Armstrong announced he would also seek the governorship, receiving far more reporting than Campbell and an endorsement from Secretary of State Michael Howe .[ 7] [ 8] [ 9] [ 10] Following Armstrong's announcement, Campbell withdrew and switched his campaign towards the House seat left open by Armstrong.[ 11]
On January 31, Travis Hipsher, a security guard from Neche , announced he would seek the governorship for the Democratic-NPL .[ 12] Hipsher described himself as a centrist .[ 13]
Later on February 6, perennial candidate Michael Coachman announced an independent run for governor.[ 14] Coachman previously ran for governor in 2020 , Lieutenant Governor in 2016 and 2012, and with Secretary of State in 2018.[ 15]
On February 15, Lt. Governor Tammy Miller announced her candidacy to replace Burgum.[ 16]
Later on March 22, it was reported that state senator Merrill Piepkorn had filed the paperwork to run, but did not announce any campaign.[ 17] On March 31, Travis Hipsher ended his campaign, making way for Piepkorn’s announcement on April 2.[ 18] [ 19]
Republican primary
Candidates
Nominee
Eliminated in primary
Withdrawn
Declined
Endorsements
Kelly Armstrong
Federal officials
U.S. Senators
Statewide officials
Organizations
Debates
Prairie Public Broadcasting hosted a debate between Armstrong and Miller on April 23.[ 35] On May 2, it was announced that the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerce would hold a live, in person debate on May 30.[ 36] A third debate was held on June 7.[ 37]
Polling
Results
Primary results by county 50–60%
60–70%
70–80%
80–90%
Democratic-NPL Primary
Candidates
Nominee
Withdrawn
Travis Hipsher, security guard[ 40]
Endorsements
Results
Independent
Candidates
Declared
Michael Coachman, former Larimore city councilor and perennial candidate[ 42]
Running mate: Lydia Gessele, stay-at-home mom[ 43]
General election
Predictions
Post-primary endorsements
Polling
Poll source
Date(s) administered
Sample size[ a]
Margin of error
Kelly Armstrong (R)
Merrill Piepkorn (D)
Michael Coachman (I)
Undecided
WPA Intelligence [ A]
September 28-30, 2024
500 (LV)
± 4.4%
54%
24%
3%
19%
Public Opinion Strategies [ D]
June 15–19, 2024
500 (LV)
± 4.38%
61%
22%
11%
6%
Results
Notes
^ a b Key: A – all adults RV – registered voters LV – likely voters V – unclear
Partisan clients
^ a b This poll was sponsored by the North Dakota News Cooperative
^ This poll was sponsored by North Dakota United, a union for teachers and public sector workers
^ This poll was sponsored by Armstrong's campaign
^ Poll sponsored by Brighter Future Alliance
References
^ "2024 State Primary Election Dates" . www.ncsl.org . Retrieved August 6, 2023 .
^ MacPherson, James (November 8, 2022). "North Dakota voters OK term limits for governor, legislators" . Associated Press News . Retrieved November 20, 2022 .
^ a b Dura, Jack (January 22, 2024). "His presidential bid over, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum says he won't seek a third term as governor" . The Associated Press . Retrieved January 22, 2024 .
^ Thaden, Geoff (January 4, 2024). "Tom Campbell Poised to Enter Governor's Race Regardless of Doug Burgum's Decision on Reelection" . WDAY (AM) . Retrieved January 26, 2024 .
^ Port, Rob (December 15, 2023). "Port: Former state Sen. Tom Campbell sounds like he's ready to be governor" . The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead . Archived from the original on December 15, 2023. Retrieved January 26, 2024 .
^ a b Larson, Chris (January 21, 2024). "Former State Senator Tom Campbell to run for Governor" . WDAY . Retrieved January 22, 2024 .
^ "Kelly Armstrong, North Dakota's lone congressman, runs for governor" . January 23, 2024.
^ "Armstrong announces run for ND governor" . January 23, 2024.
^ Nazzaro, Miranda (January 23, 2024). "North Dakota lawmaker running for governor" . The Hill .
^ "North Dakota governor candidates emerge as Burgum bows out" . January 22, 2024.
^ "Tom Campbell announces bid for North Dakota's US House seat" . January 26, 2024.
^ "Democrat Travis Hipsher discusses run for ND governor" . February 2024.
^ "ND dem NPL Gubernatorial candidate Hipsher: This is "opportunity to push my ideas" " . February 2, 2024.
^ "Independent candidate Michael Coachman discusses bid for ND governor" . KFYR-TV . February 11, 2024.
^ "Former candidate who tried to recall Gov. Burgum runs again for North Dakota governor" . Associated Press . February 6, 2024.
^ "Lt. Governor Tammy Miller announces run for ND governor" . KFYR-TV . February 15, 2024.
^ Skurzewski, Joe (March 23, 2024). "Fargo Democrat Piepkorn files paperwork for gubernatorial bid; does not officially confirm campaign" . Retrieved April 9, 2024 .
^ Gick, Justin (March 31, 2024). "Democrat Travis Hipsher withdraws from the North Dakota gubernatorial race" . KFYR-TV . Retrieved April 9, 2024 .
^ Gick, Justin (April 2, 2024). "Democrat Merrill Piepkorn enters North Dakota's governor's race" . KFYR-TV . Retrieved April 9, 2024 .
^ "Armstrong announces run for ND Governor" . KFYR-TV . January 23, 2024. Retrieved January 23, 2024 .
^ a b Janke, Ryan. "N.D. Republican, Democratic parties endorse candidates for governor" . KFGO. Retrieved April 9, 2024 .
^ Monk, Jim (February 15, 2024). "Lt. Governor Tammy Miller joins race for North Dakota governor" . KVRR .
^ Jurgens, Paul. "Lt. Gov. Tammy Miller choses [sic ] Josh Teigen as running mate" . KFGO. Retrieved April 9, 2024 .
^ Carvell, Tasha (January 26, 2023). "Tom Campbell says he'll seek N.D. GOP nomination for U.S. House" . KFGO . Retrieved January 26, 2023 .
^ a b c d Port, Rob (January 22, 2024). "Which North Dakota Republicans are running for governor and U.S. House?" . The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead . Retrieved January 23, 2024 .
^ a b Gick, Justin (February 21, 2024). "Burgum endorses Tammy Miller for ND governor" . KFYR-TV . Retrieved February 21, 2024 .
^ a b Gick, Justin (April 3, 2024). "Cramer endorses Armstrong for governor" . KFYR-TV . Retrieved April 3, 2024 .
^ Adragna, Anthony (January 23, 2024). "Kevin Cramer won't run for North Dakota governor" . Politico . Retrieved January 23, 2024 .
^ Larson, Chris (January 29, 2024). "Fedorchak will not run for Governor in 2024" . WDAY . Retrieved January 30, 2024 .
^ Fulton, Jacob (February 15, 2024). "North Dakota Public Service Commissioner Julie Fedorchak to run for US House" . The Bismarck Tribune . Retrieved February 15, 2024 .
^ Springer, Patrick (January 22, 2024). "Doug Burgum will not seek 3rd term; Lt. Gov. Miller expresses interest as AG Wrigley declines" . The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead .
^ Port, Rob (May 30, 2024). "Port: Trump endorses Armstrong, Fedorchak in North Dakota's Republican primaries" . Jamestown Sun . Retrieved May 30, 2024 .
^ Gick, Justin (April 2, 2024). "Hoeven endorses Armstrong for governor" . KFYR-TV . Retrieved April 2, 2024 .
^ "Kelly Armstrong, Michelle Strinden endorsed for Gov., Lt. Gov" . April 6, 2024.
^ "North Dakota Republican candidates headed into first debate for governor's race" . InForum . April 22, 2024. Retrieved May 6, 2024 .
^ "FMWF Chamber announces live Gubernatorial debate between Kelly Armstrong and Tammy Miller" . WDAY Radio . May 3, 2024. Retrieved May 6, 2024 .
^ Downs, Michael (June 7, 2024). "North Dakota Gubernatorial Republican Primary Debate | 6-7-24" . WDAY . Retrieved June 8, 2024 .
^ "2024 North Dakota Election Results" . Associated Press News .
^ Hjelmstad, Gretchen (April 2, 2024). "Merrill Piepkorn launches campaign for Governor of North Dakota" . KVLY-TV . Retrieved April 2, 2024 .
^ Gick, Justin (March 31, 2024). "Democrat Travis Hipsher withdraws from the North Dakota gubernatorial race" . KFYR-TV . Retrieved March 31, 2024 .
^ "North Dakota Democrats endorse Merrill Piepkorn, Patrick Hart as Governor, Lieutenant Governor candidates" .
^ "Former candidate who tried to recall Gov. Burgum runs again for North Dakota governor" . KFYR-TV . February 7, 2024.
^ "Trump rally scheduled June 15 at North Dakota Capitol, but former president not expected" . May 23, 2024.
^ "2024 Governor Race ratings" . The Cook Political Report . Retrieved July 24, 2023 .
^ "Gubernatorial Ratings" . Inside Elections . Retrieved July 24, 2023 .
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^ "Election Ratings" . Elections Daily . July 22, 2023. Retrieved July 24, 2023 .
^ "Governor Forecasts" . CNalysis . Retrieved August 17, 2024 .
^ "Tammy Miller congratulates Kelly Armstrong on winning GOP Governor nomination" . KX NEWS . June 12, 2024. Retrieved June 12, 2024 .
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