The 1940 United States Senate election in North Dakota took place on November 5, 1940. Incumbent Republican Senator Lynn Frazier, who was first elected in 1922, ran for re-election to a fourth term. However, he was defeated in the Republican primary by former Governor William Langer. In the general election, Langer faced Democratic nominee Charles J. Vogel, an attorney, and Congressman William Lemke, who was running as an independent. In a close race, Langer narrowly defeated Lemke with a 38% plurality and won his first term in the Senate.
Democratic primary Candidates Charles J. Vogel, Fargo attorney E. A. Johansson
Results
Republican primary Candidates William Langer, former Governor of North Dakota Lynn Frazier, incumbent U.S. Senator Thomas E. Whelan, State Senator
Results
General election Results
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