This is your complete voter guide for the South Dakota Governor 2026 Republican primary election on June 2, 2026. 4 candidates are running. Compare their backgrounds and positions below, or get a free personalized recommendation based on your political priorities.
South Dakota Governor 2026 Candidates
Here's who's running in the South Dakota Republican primary. Scroll down to get a personalized recommendation based on your priorities.
Toby Doeden
Successful Businessman. Conservative Outsider. From Aberdeen, SD.
Dusty Johnson
US Congressman. Public servant since 2005. From Mitchell, SD.
Larry Rhoden
Interim Governor due to Noem's departure. From Sturgis, SD.
Jon Hansen
Young activist. State Representative. From Dell Rapids, SD.
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South Dakota Governor 2026 — Frequently Asked Questions
Who is running in the South Dakota Governor 2026 race?
The candidates in the South Dakota Governor 2026 race are: Toby Doeden, Dusty Johnson, Larry Rhoden, Jon Hansen. Use our voter guide above to compare their positions and get a personalized recommendation.
When is the South Dakota Republican primary?
The South Dakota Republican primary election is scheduled for June 2, 2026.
How does the voter guide recommendation work?
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