The Republican Party held a state convention in the spring to endorse a single gubernatorial candidate.

That candidate and his or her running mate were automatically placed on the primary election ballot.

[7] As a result, they were automatically placed on the primary election ballot, where they did not face competition from other candidates.

The primary election was held on June 9, entirely by mail and open to all qualified North Dakota electors, regardless of party affiliation.

[21][22] Partisan clients General notes Official campaign websites