Fedorchak to Represent North Dakota in US House

Republican Julie Fedorchak, left, and Democratic-NPL Party  Trygve Hammer. (Contributed via the North Dakota Monitor)

(Michael Achterling – Jeff Beach – North Dakota Monitor) – Republican Julie Fedorchak will be the first woman to represent North Dakota in the U.S. House of Representatives after leading with about 73% of the vote on Tuesday night.

Fedorchak led Democratic-NPL challenger Trygve Hammer in early results, with The Associated Press calling the race at 8:56 p.m.

Fedorchak has served on the North Dakota Public Service Commission since 2013. She was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, U.S. Sen. John Hoeven and Gov. Doug Burgum during the campaign, along with 65 state legislators and statewide officeholders.

Hammer, a Marine Corps veteran with a diverse work background, campaigned as a moderate during the statewide race.

Fedorchak advanced to the general election after winning a five-way race in the June Republican primary. She will be sworn in for a two-year term in January.

Fedorchak has four years left on her term on the Public Service Commission. After she vacates the position, a new governor will appoint a commissioner to serve for two years. In 2026, voters will then elect someone to serve the remaining two years of the term.