Larry Rhoden

Nearly two dozen GOP governors support President Donald Trump's push for a new party-line spending bill, urging Senate Republicans to pass a budget resolution to address elections, defense, and farm aid. The effort coincides with a closed-door meeting between White House officials and Senate Republicans, as Senate Majority Leader John Thune faces challenges in securing votes for the bill.

Gov. Larry Rhoden (R) is projected to defeat Toby Doeden in Tuesday’s GOP primary runoff for South Dakota governor. Rhoden will face Democrat Dan Ahlers in November, with the state’s reliably Republican leanings expected to help him retain the seat.

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden defeated Bitcoin advocate Toby Doeden in the gubernatorial primary runoff. The runoff occurred because neither candidate reached 35% in the primary. Key issues included property tax policies and Bitcoin-related legislation.

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden defeated Bitcoin evangelist Toby Doeden in a gubernatorial primary runoff, securing 70.5% of the vote. The race was the first gubernatorial primary runoff in state history, with Rhoden advancing to the November general election against Dan Ahlers. Doeden, a businessman and cryptocurrency advocate, campaigned on Bitcoin investment and property tax elimination.

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has secured the G.O.P. nomination for a full term. The article notes his presence at Mount Rushmore near Keystone, S.D.

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden defeated a GOP challenger in a primary runoff. He replaced Kristi Noem after she was confirmed as Homeland Security Secretary.

Polls closed in Georgia for a special election to fill Rep. David Scott’s vacant district following his death, while South Dakota held a gubernatorial runoff between incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden and bitcoin investor Toby Doeden. The Georgia race focuses on completing Scott’s term in a blue district, and the South Dakota runoff is seen as a contest between establishment and outsider candidates.

South Dakota Republicans will hold a primary runoff to decide between Gov. Larry Rhoden and businessman Toby Doeden for the gubernatorial nomination. The winner will face Democratic former state Sen. Dan Ahlers in November. Key battlegrounds include Minnehaha and Pennington counties, where Doeden led in the initial primary.

South Dakota Republicans will hold a primary runoff on Tuesday to choose between Gov. Larry Rhoden and businessman Toby Doeden as their nominee for November's election.

South Dakota Republicans will hold a primary runoff to decide between Gov. Larry Rhoden and businessman Toby Doeden for the governor's nomination, as neither candidate reached the required 35% vote threshold in the June primary. The winner will face Democratic former state Sen. Dan Ahlers in the general election. Key counties like Minnehaha and Pennington are expected to be pivotal in determining the outcome.

South Dakota Republicans will hold a primary runoff between Gov. Larry Rhoden and businessman Toby Doeden to determine the party's gubernatorial nominee. The winner will face Democratic former state Sen. Dan Ahlers in November, with key counties like Minnehaha and Pennington expected to influence the outcome.

A federal judge blocked South Dakota from enforcing its abortion advertising ban against the nonprofit Mayday Health and plaintiff Nancy Turbak Berry, ruling the state law likely violates free speech. The law prohibits distributing and advertising abortion services, but the judge found the state failed to prove it meets strict scrutiny. Mayday Health, which provides information about abortion pills without selling them, had placed advertisements in South Dakota.

A South Dakota federal judge blocked the state from enforcing a new law prohibiting abortion-related advertising and distribution of materials, ruling in favor of the nonprofit Mayday Health. The judge found the law failed strict scrutiny and violated First Amendment protections.

President Donald Trump delivered a speech at Mount RushMore National Memorial, alleging a 'mortal threat' from communism and comparing it to historical events like 9/11. He criticized electoral successes by Democratic socialist candidates without directly linking them to communism and emphasized Republican chances in the 2026 midterms, advocating for the SAVE America Act and ending the filibuster.

Toby Doeden, a businessman, is seeking political office for the first time. Toby Doeden and Larry Rhoden have advanced to the runoff for South Dakota Governor.

South Dakota’s GOP primary for governor will have a July runoff as no candidate reached 35%. Toby Doeden led with 30.6%, and incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden secured the second spot.

South Dakota Republican businessman Toby Doeden advances to a July runoff in the gubernatorial primary, while the second contender remains undecided. Incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden, a rancher and former legislative leader, still has a chance to secure a runoff spot depending on results. The race includes challenges from U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson and South Dakota House Speaker Jon Hansen.

South Dakota's GOP gubernatorial primary will proceed to a July runoff with Toby Doeden securing one spot, while the second candidate remains undecided. Incumbent Gov. Larry Rhoden could still advance depending on the outcome, facing competition from Rep. Dusty Johnson and House Speaker Jon Hansen.

South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden advanced to a June 28 runoff against businessman Toby Doeden after no candidate secured 35% in the Republican gubernatorial primary. Rep. Dusty Johnson and House Speaker Jon Hansen did not qualify for the runoff.

Republican businessman Toby Doeden advances to a runoff in the South Dakota governor’s race. Current Governor Larry Rhoden is seeking a full term after replacing Kristi Noem.

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden is facing a challenging primary election. He is competing against multiple Republican challengers in his effort to retain his position.