GOV. DOUG BURGUM

Outgoing North Dakota Gov. Burgum sees more to do for the ‘underestimated’ state

Gov. Doug BurgumBISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The day after he announced he won’t seek a third term, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum highlighted his administration’s accomplishments and remaining hopes in his annual State of the State address. North Dakota’s biennial Legislature isn’t in session this year, but Burgum has made the speech an annual tradition. He said his last year in office…

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…

Update: Burgum announces he will not seek third term

Today we announced that we will not seek a third term as governor. Serving as governor and first lady of North Dakota has been one of the most incredible and rewarding experiences of our lives. We are eternally grateful to the citizens for giving us this opportunity. pic.twitter.com/6vOv0Lqgey — Gov. Doug Burgum (@GovDougBurgum) January 22, 2024 BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) –…

Gov. Burgum Endorses Donald Trump During Iowa Campaign Event

INDIANOLA, Iowa (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum endorsed Donald Trump ‘s comeback bid for the White House Sunday ahead of the Iowa caucuses, a month after he ended his own longshot campaign for the Republican nomination. Burgum appeared on stage with the former president at a rally in Indianola, where he heaped praise for Trump. “I’ve had an opportunity to have a front-row seat,” Burgum…

Cass County Commissioners declare an emergency for costs from ice storm

FARGO, N.D. (KVRR) — Cass County Commissioners declare an emergency to help cover the costs from the winter storm from December 25-27, 2023. Last week, Gov. Doug Burgum declared a statewide emergency for widespread utility infrastructure damage caused by the ice storm. Some communities have already spent thousands of dollars to cleanup trees and branches. Emergency Manager Jim Prochniak says…

North Dakota reaches record population estimate of 783,926

BISMARCK, N.D. (KVRR) – Gov. Doug Burgum says the Census Bureau estimates North Dakota’s population reached a record high of 783,926 people in July. Burgum says the estimate represents an increase of 4,665 residents from last year and is 4,847 residents more than the 2020 census. North Dakota was one of 42 states that saw their population estimates increase this…

Burgum ends 2024 presidential bid

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum ended his campaign for the Republican presidential nomination on Monday despite a stronger-than-expected showing fueled by a gift card-for-campaign donation gimmick that helped get him on the debate stage. Burgum, a second-term governor and wealthy software entrepreneur, was little known nationally when he launched his 2024 presidential campaign in June, touting…