(NewsNation) — Former President Donald Trump recently said North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum might have an “important” role in his next administration if he returns to the White House.
But, Burgum, who dropped out of the presidential race and has since endorsed Trump, said Trump has made him no promises.
“There’s been no discussion about roles in the administration. There’s been no promises made,” Burgum said during an interview on “NewsNation Now.”
Trump mentioned Burgum during his remarks after winning the Iowa caucuses Monday.
“He’s one of the best governors in our country, and I hope that I’m going to be able to call on him to be a piece of the administration, a very important piece of the administration,” Trump said.
Burgum launched his long-shot bid for the Republican presidential nomination last year and suspended his campaign last month. He endorsed Trump one day before the Iowa caucuses.
Burgum told NewsNation it was a “simple choice” for him to support Trump in 2024 since he believes the race will come down to another Trump vs. President Joe Biden matchup.
“Trump is going to be the nominee. This primary is going to be over in a week. No matter how much people try to generate the idea, there’s competition that still remains,” Burgum said.
He continued: “We, as a nation, have a choice between President Trump and Joe Biden.”
Burgum, who is up for reelection for a third gubernatorial term this year, said he hasn’t decided whether he’s running yet.
The Hill contributed to this report.
