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Drew Wrigley

Republican candidate for Attorney General, North Dakota · Incumbent

Attorney; North Dakota Attorney General (incumbent)

Drew Wrigley is a Republican who has been North Dakota's attorney general since February 2022. Gov. Doug Burgum appointed him after Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem died, and he won a full term in November 2022, beating Democrat Tim Lamb. He had only write-in opposition in the June 9, 2026 Republican primary and faces Lamb again in the November 3, 2026 general election.

Where Wrigley stands

Artificial intelligence regulation

Says he does not 'impulsively lurch for more regulation' and wants expert-driven public discussion of AI. Says he won't ask the Legislature for more resources just because AI is a hot topic.

AI in law enforcement and the AG's office

Says investigators cannot take the human component out of their work or rely only on AI. Has encouraged his division directors to look for responsible, ethical ways AI can save time.

Surveillance cameras (Flock)

Says Flock cameras have legitimate law enforcement uses but need a robust public discussion about where the lines should be drawn on privacy.

Social media and child safety

Points to his office's part in multistate litigation against social media platforms over age-appropriate access, saying the office will try to 'stay on the front edge' of the issue.

Consumer protection

Issued an advisory warning residents about companies selling stem cell treatments and other human tissue injections at sales presentations held in local restaurants.

Background

• North Dakota Attorney General, 2022–present (appointed February 2022; elected November 2022)
• U.S. Attorney for the District of North Dakota, 2019–2021
• Lieutenant Governor of North Dakota, 2010–2016
• U.S. Attorney for the District of North Dakota, 2001–2009
• Private sector work, including with family contracting companies and in health care
• B.A., University of North Dakota (1988)
• J.D., American University (1991)

In the news

• Issue spotlight: North Dakota attorney general candidates cautious on AI use in law and order North Dakota Monitor, October 22, 2026
• ND Attorney General issues warning as companies offer unproven stem cell treatments Valley News Live, October 21, 2026

Also running for Attorney General

• Tim Lamb Democratic-NPL

Sources

• North Dakota Monitor – AG candidates on AI (Oct 22, 2026)
• Grand Forks Herald – Wrigley will run for reelection
• Ballotpedia – Drew Wrigley
• Wikipedia – 2026 North Dakota Attorney General election
• Valley News Live – stem cell advisory

Last researched October 23, 2026. Written in neutral language from the sources above. Spot an error? See how to report it.