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North Dakota ballot, 2026

58 races on November 3, 2026

Statewide offices

Attorney General of North Dakota

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentAttorney

The incumbent Attorney General brings experience as a lawyer and assistant district attorney.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidateLawyer

A Democrat and lawyer, Lamb is running for this first North Dakota Attorney General race. No additional information about his platform is currently available.

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North Dakota Commissioner of Agriculture

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentFarmer

Doug Goehring is the incumbent republican candidate for North Dakota Commissioner of Agriculture, a farmer. Doug Goehring emphasizes agriculture and healthcare.

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Democratic

Vern Thompson is running for North Dakota Commissioner of Agriculture (Democratic). Vern Thompson emphasizes agriculture.

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North Dakota Public Service Commission

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentHuman resources professional

Sheri Haugen-Hoffart is a human resources professional running for reelection to the North Dakota Public Service Commission. She brings experience from multiple state positions including work with tax administration, securities regulation, and emergency management.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidate

John Pederson, a Democrat, is running for the North Dakota Public Service Commission in his first run for office.

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North Dakota Secretary of State

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentBusiness executive

Michael Howe earned a degree in broadcast journalism and works in agriculture and government affairs. The incumbent North Dakota Secretary of State, he emphasizes election security, reducing regulations, and strengthening the state's economy.

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DemocraticIndependent contractor

Ryan Braunberger is a Democratic social worker and independent contractor from North Dakota. He emphasizes affordable housing access, accessible mental healthcare, and rehabilitation programs for individuals transitioning from the criminal justice system.

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North Dakota Tax Commissioner

General: November 3, 2026

RepublicanIncumbentBusiness executive

Incumbent North Dakota Tax Commissioner and business executive. Emphasizes efficiency in government operations and stretching tax dollars effectively. Highlights his private sector experience managing business cycles and operational challenges.

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DemocraticFirst-time candidate

Don Tracy is an attorney and former Illinois Republican Party Chair running for U.S. Senate in his first campaign. He emphasizes lowering the cost of living, addressing crime and border security, and representing all of Illinois' counties.

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State legislature

Courts

North Dakota Supreme Court

General: November 3, 2026

NonpartisanIncumbentJudge

Jerod Tufte is a candidate for North Dakota Supreme Court in the 2026 election. They are the incumbent.

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NonpartisanFirst-time candidateAttorney at law

Ariston Johnson is a candidate for North Dakota Supreme Court in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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