Attorney General North Dakota in Statewide, North Dakota

2026 Primary Election

• Tim Lamb — Attorney in Grand Forks, ND

  Timothy "Tim" Lamb is the Democratic Party candidate for Attorney General of North Dakota in the 2026 primary election. A Grand Forks attorney with over 15 years in private practice, he is also a 20-year Army veteran and retired Major. Lamb aims to restore leadership and improve transparency in the Attorney General's office, proposing monthly press conferences. He seeks to strengthen relationships with state agencies and county state's attorneys, critiquing the current administration for interfering with local offices. He previously ran for Attorney General in 2022 and State Auditor in 2024. Lamb also opposes federal interference in North Dakota's election system.

• Drew Wrigley — Incumbent Attorney General in Bismarck, ND

  Drew Wrigley is the incumbent Attorney General of North Dakota, seeking re-election in the 2026 Republican primary. Born in Bismarck, he holds degrees from the University of North Dakota and American University. His extensive public service includes two terms as United States Attorney for North Dakota (2001-2009, 2018-2022) and Lieutenant Governor of North Dakota (2010-2016). Wrigley was appointed interim Attorney General in 2022 before being elected later that year. He emphasizes enforcing state laws, exemplified by a Cease & Desist Order against an abortion fund for allegedly facilitating unlawful abortion pill sales, citing health risks. He also prioritizes transparency, notably investigating a powerful state senator early in his tenure. Wrigley aims to continue serving the state for another four-year term.