North Dakota Republicans Convene In Fargo: Cruz To Speak

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota Republican activists expect their state convention to be one of the GOP's best-attended gatherings.

The three-day convention starts Friday at the Scheels Arena in Fargo and more than 1,800 delegates are expected to attend. Delegates will be picking their preferred candidates for nine offices.

The most competitive race will be settled Saturday, when GOP delegates choose from three candidates for governor: Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem (STEN'-jehm), Bismarck state Representative Rick Becker and Fargo businessman Doug Burgum.

Republican presidential candidate Ted Cruz will deliver the keynote address Saturday.

Former presidential hopeful Ben Carson is speaking on Sunday, on Donald Trump's behalf.