Politics / Elections

U.S. Ambassador To United Nations Haley Quits

Trump calls Haley a ``very special'' person ``who gets it,'' adding that she told him six months ago that she might want to take some time off.

Washington, D.C. — President Donald Trump says U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley will be “leaving” his administration “at the end of the year.” Trump and Haley confirmed Tuesday in the Oval Office that the president had accepted her resignation. Trump calls Haley a “very special” person “who gets it,” adding that she told him six months ago that she might want…

Sen. Heitkamp, Rep. Cramer React: Brett Kavanaugh’s Confirmation and Senate Race Moving Forward

Cramer is ahead in the polls 50-42

RUTLAND, N.D. — It was a celebration for all things Scandinavian and a touch of politics, as Sen. Heitkamp and Congressman Cramer continue their campaigns for the senate in the 34th annual Uffda Day parade. Right now, Cramer is leading the polls 50 to 42. His supporters say they expect him to win because Heitkamp didn’t vote to confirm Kavanaugh….

Sen. Heitkamp Will Vote No on Judge Brett Kavanaugh’s Supreme Court Nomination

Judge Brett Kavanaugh & Sen. Heidi Heitkamp (D-ND)WASHINGTON – North Dakota Democratic Senator Heidi Heitkamp announces she will vote no on confirming Judge Brett Kavanaugh to the Supreme Court. She says in a statement, “As I said after Judge Kavanaugh was nominated, and as I’ve continued to say throughout this process, I consider vetting nominees to serve on the U.S….

Senate Debate Between Heitkamp and Cramer Called Off

Heitkamp is staying in Washington, DC for the expected Senate vote on Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh.

Sen. Heidi Heitkamp (D) & Rep. Kevin Cramer (R)FARGO, ND — Friday nights’ scheduled debate between U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp and Congressman Kevin Cramer has been cancelled. A spokesperson with the Heitkamp campaign said they are working to get it rescheduled. Heitkamp is staying in Washington, DC for the expected Senate vote on Supreme Court Nominee Brett Kavanaugh.  Senator Heitkamp…

Doug Goehring Applauds President Trump’s New Trade Deal

The deal still has to be ratified in the U.S., Mexico and Canada

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring says he supports President Trump’s updated trade deal with Canada and Mexico. A few things he applauds within the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement includes establishing comprehensive standards for agricultural biotechnology and Canada’s deal to cut back on some of their dairy market protections in place. On Monday, the president said the deal will…

Proposed Half Cent Sales Tax Would Provide Upgraded Radios to Cass County First Responders

Voters will approve or deny the tax on Election Day

CASS COUNTY, N.D. — Election Day is just a month away but Cass County voters will notice something new on the ballot. They will decide whether or not to approve a half cent sales tax increase. Whether they’re responding to a fire, shooting or weather disaster first responders use radios to communicate 365 days of the year. “Knowing that our Motorola…

Making the Vote Count: Cass County in Need of 100 Election Workers

Moorhead is also needing 10 people to serve as alternate election judges

FARGO, N.D. — With five weeks to go until Election Day, Cass County election officials are looking for people to ensure voting goes smoothly. The county is currently looking for 50 election clerks as well as 50 election judges. Election clerks make sure voters are registered and bring their ID’s, while election judges hand out the ballots and ensure that each…

Sen. John Hoeven Doesn’t Believe Kavanaugh FBI Investigation Will Bring New Information

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Supreme Court begins a new term Monday with eight justices instead of nine. The fate of nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh is still up in the air as the FBI is now investigating assault allegations against him. North Dakota Sen. John Hoeven still sides with the longtime judge. “We’ll have to go through this additional background check,…

Attorney: Keith Ellison abuse claim unsubstantiated

ST. PAUL, Minn. (AP) – Democratic Rep. Keith Ellison says he’s focusing on the issues in the Minnesota attorney general’s race after an attorney said she couldn’t substantiate physical abuse allegations from Ellison’s ex-girlfriend. Karen Monahan accused Ellison in August of dragging her off a bed by her feet in 2016 while screaming obscenities. She claims to have video footage…

ND Commerce Commissioner Resigns Over Email Describing ‘Perfect Man’

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) – North Dakota’s commerce commissioner has resigned over an email to agency staff describing “a perfect man” as one who doesn’t touch alcohol or indulge in night life. Jay Schuler resigned Monday, hours after the email was sent. Gov. Doug Burgum called the email “unacceptable” in a statement from his office. Schuler apologized in the same statement,…