GOP

Biden and Trump Easily Win Michigan Primaries

DEARBORN, Mich. (AP) — President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump won the Michigan primaries on Tuesday, further solidifying the all-but-certain rematch between the two men. Biden defeated Minnesota Rep. Dean Phillips, his one significant opponent left in the Democratic primary. But Democrats were also closely watching the results of the “uncommitted” vote, as Michigan has become the epicenter…

Gov. Burgum Backs His Lt. Gov. in Race for Governor

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR/KFGO) — Gov. Doug Burgum is throwing his support behind Tammy Miller for governor. It’s probably no surprise since he handpicked Miller to become lieutenant governor in January 2023 when Brent Sanford left the office for the private sector. Miller is competing with Rep. Kelly Armstrong in what is likely to be a fierce battle for the GOP…

Trump and Biden win New Hampshire primaries

Donald Trump and President Joe Biden have won the New Hampshire primaries. The former president clinched his second straight victory in his quest for the 2024 GOP nomination after knocking out most of the field with a commanding win in Iowa. His GOP rival Nikki Haley, meanwhile, came up short in her effort to capitalize on her strength with independent…

Rep. Kelly Armstrong is Running for Governor of North Dakota

North Dakota’s sole U.S. House member announced his candidacy on Tuesday for governor, the day after Gov. Doug Burgum said he won’t seek a third term. Republican Rep. Kelly Armstrong is the first to formally announce a campaign in what is expected to be a competitive race among Republicans for the party’s nomination. Armstrong, an attorney and former state GOP…

Former Gov. Schafer reacts to Gov. Burgum not seeking re-election

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – It’s official, as Governor Doug Burgum announced Monday that he is not seeking a third term in the upcoming election. Burgum made the announcement after serving for seven years in the position. “It’s been a true honor. It’s been a profound, rewarding and incredible experience. And because of that it was a very difficult decision for…

DeSantis Ends Presidential Campaign, Throws Support Behind Trump

MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis suspended his Republican presidential campaign on Sunday, ending his 2024 White House bid just before the New Hampshire primary while endorsing his bitter rival Donald Trump. The timing of DeSantis’ announcement escalates the pressure on former U.N. Ambassador Nikki Haley, as the only major candidate left in the Republican nomination fight, to…

Burgum Files Candidacy In New Hampshire, Denounced Trump Statements on Israel War

CONCORD, N.D. (KVRR/AP/CNN) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum has officially filed his candidacy for the 2024 New Hampshire primary. The Republican thanked the people of New Hampshire for picking presidents as the first in the nation primary. Candidates have until October 27 to sign up, and dozens are expected to do so in part because it’s relatively cheap and…

GOP donor Anton Lazzaro sentenced to 21 years for sex trafficking minors in Minnesota

MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — A formerly well-connected GOP donor convicted of giving teenage girls gifts, alcohol and money in exchange for sex was sentenced Wednesday to 21 years in prison on sex trafficking charges. Anton “Tony” Lazzaro was found guilty in March by a federal jury of seven counts involving “commercial sex acts” with five girls ages 15 and 16 in 2020, when…

Democrats see Minnesota and Michigan as guides for what to do with majority power

Fueled by election gains, Democrats in Minnesota and Michigan this year enacted far-reaching policy changes that party leaders in other states are looking to as a potential roadmap for what they could swiftly achieve with similar control.

FILE – Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz, middle, holds the bill signed to legalize recreational marijuana for people over the age of 21, making Minnesota the 23rd state to do so, May 30, 2023, in St. Paul, Minn. Former Gov. Jesse Ventura stands at center. Fueled by election gains, Democrats in Minnesota and Michigan this year enacted far-reaching policy changes that…

‘No one has ever said give me a dollar and I’ll give you $20,’: Gov. Burgum’s plan to get donors

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) – Governor Doug Burgum is asking people to donate $1, and in return that person would receive a $20 gift card. A tactic that has never been used before to get donors according to a local political science professor. “No one has ever said give me a dollar and I’ll give you $20,” said Barbara Headrick, a…