North Dakota Senate hopefuls making final campaign stops

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota U.S. Senate candidates Heidi Heitkamp and Kevin Cramer are planning a flurry of last-minute appearances across the state as the race draws to a close.

The contest between the two has been among the most watched nationally because Republicans are counting on a Cramer victory to help them keep control of the Senate.

The candidates also are enlisting some high-profile help from their respective parties.

Cramer on Tuesday night was scheduled to host President Donald Trump’s eldest son at a campaign event in Williston. Donald Trump Jr. will be accompanied by his girlfriend, former Fox News personality Kimberly Guilfoyle.

In Fargo on Thursday, former Vice President Joe Biden will campaign for Heitkamp as she kicks off a five-day statewide tour.