In Fargo, North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum jumps into crowded Republican race for president

By THOMAS BEAUMONT and JACK DURA
Associated Press

FARGO, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum touted his small-town roots and business experience as he announced his candidacy for the 2024 Republican presidential nomination. The former software entrepreneur adds his name to a long list of contenders hoping to dent former President Donald Trump’s early lead. Burgum kicked off his campaign Wednesday in Fargo, near the tiny farm town of Arthur where he grew up. Burgum said big cities can use more ideas and values from small towns right now. He’s known to few outside North Dakota, and faces enormous odds. He isn’t even the most notable candidate to announce a presidential campaign Wednesday. Former Vice President Mike Pence launched his White House bid in Iowa.