South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden Enters GOP Primary for Full Term
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden officially announced Tuesday that he is running for a full term in next June’s Republican primary, seeking to secure the state’s top office after assuming the role in January. According to…
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden officially announced Tuesday that he is running for a full term in next June’s Republican primary, seeking to secure the state’s top office after assuming the role in January.
According to The Associated Press, he took over when former Gov. Kristi Noem joined the Trump administration as Homeland Security secretary. Rhoden, 66, previously served six years as lieutenant Governor.
He now faces a crowded GOP field, including U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson, businessman Toby Doeden, and House Speaker Jon Hansen. In South Dakota, a reliably red state, winning the Republican primary typically positions a candidate as the favorite for the November general election.
During his announcement at a Rapid City hotel, flanked by family, Rhoden emphasized his priorities: property tax cuts, public safety, and support for conservative policies. “I remain focused on keeping our state strong, safe, and free, and I’m going to keep doing the people’s work because when I’m working,