Live Results: South Dakota midterm primaries
Summary
South Dakota is holding a Republican primary election to choose its next governor and other officials. Current Governor Larry Rhoden, who took office after Kristi Noem joined President Donald Trump's Cabinet, faces challenges from U.S. Representative Dusty Johnson, state House Speaker Jon Hansen, and businessman Toby Doeden.Key Facts
- South Dakota voters are having a Republican primary election on Tuesday.
- The primary includes choosing a nominee for governor and other state and federal offices.
- Sioux Falls residents are also electing a new mayor.
- Larry Rhoden is the current governor, having taken over in early 2025 after Kristi Noem stepped down.
- Rhoden was lieutenant governor before becoming governor.
- He is seeking a full term as governor in this election.
- His opponents for the Republican nomination are U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson, state House Speaker Jon Hansen, and businessman Toby Doeden.
- Kristi Noem left the governor’s office to join President Donald Trump’s Cabinet.
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