ND Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak Files for Primary

Incumbent Republican files petitions to appear on June 9th primary ballot

Apr. 3, 2026 at 1:54am

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North Dakota's lone U.S. House member, Republican Julie Fedorchak, has filed petitions to be on the June 9th primary ballot. Fedorchak was elected in 2024 but was denied the party's endorsement at the state GOP convention that year, before winning the primary and general election. This year, she has decided to bypass the party convention and go directly to the primary, where she will face off against her 2024 primary opponent Alex Balasz.

Why it matters

Fedorchak's decision to bypass the state GOP convention and go straight to the primary election is an unusual move that highlights the internal divisions within the North Dakota Republican party. Her victory in 2024 despite lacking the party's endorsement suggests she may have a strong base of support among primary voters, but her primary opponent Balasz could pose a challenge.

The details

Fedorchak told reporters that she already has the endorsement of former President Trump and several other Republican leaders across the state. She plans to run on her record of supporting North Dakota's energy industry and tax cuts. Balasz, her primary opponent, is the same candidate she defeated in the 2024 GOP primary.

  • Fedorchak was elected to the U.S. House in 2024.
  • The North Dakota primary election is scheduled for June 9, 2026.

The players

Julie Fedorchak

The incumbent Republican U.S. Representative for North Dakota's at-large congressional district, first elected in 2024.

Alex Balasz

Fedorchak's Republican primary opponent, who she defeated in the 2024 GOP primary.

Donald Trump

The former U.S. President who has endorsed Fedorchak's campaign.

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What they’re saying

“I already have the endorsement of President Trump and several Republican leaders across the state.”

— Julie Fedorchak, U.S. Representative

What’s next

The winner of the June 9th Republican primary will advance to the general election in November 2026.

The takeaway

Fedorchak's decision to bypass the state GOP convention and go straight to the primary election suggests she is confident in her support among Republican primary voters, despite lacking the party's official endorsement. Her primary opponent Balasz could still pose a challenge, but Fedorchak's existing political connections and record may give her an advantage.