The 2026 general election once again returned Republican supermajorities to the South Dakota State Legislature, but Democrats gained legislative seats … More
Tag: 2026 Election
Rhoden, Rounds make history as Republicans continue SD winning streak
The 2026 general election is in the books. While it was a “blue wave” across the country, Republicans in South … More
2026 Election Preview
This Tuesday, November 3, South Dakotans will head to the polls for the 2026 general election. Every election makes history, … More
Steve McCleerey is Dan Ahlers’ running mate
Today, in a filling with the Secretary of State’s office, Democratic gubernatorial nominee Dan Ahlers designated Steven D. McCleerey of … More
Rhoden wins Republican nod in first-ever runoff
Governor Larry Rhoden won the Republican nomination for governor on Tuesday, winning the state’s first-ever statewide runoff. Rhoden prevailed with … More
Doeden and Rhoden to face off in first-ever gubernatorial runoff, as Rounds and Jackley cruise
Tuesday’s primary election ended without a winner in the hard-fought Republican nomination contest. A July 28 runoff now looms between … More
Democrat Dan Ahlers to launch gubernatorial bid
Dan Ahlers, a former state legislator and the executive director of the South Dakota Democratic Party, announced plans today to … More
Governor Rhoden launches reelection bid
Governor Larry Rhoden made it official this week. In events at Rapid City’s historic Alex Johnson Hotel, and at the … More
Dusty runs for Governor
Congressman Dusty Johnson announced today that he will seek the Republican nomination to be the 35th Governor of South Dakota. … More
First Democrat files for gubernatorial bid
The first Democratic candidate has created a campaign committee to run for Governor in 2026. Robert Arnold, a 19-year-old student … More
Toby Doeden announces candidacy for governor
Aberdeen businessman Toby Doeden announced today that he will seek the Republican nomination for governor in 2026. He is the … More
Jon Hansen launches 2026 gubernatorial bid
House Speaker Jon Hansen, a state representative from Dell Rapids, announced yesterday afternoon that he will be a candidate for … More
