The GOP primary for governor in South Dakota will proceed to a runoff on July 11, 2026, as no candidate received at least 35 percent of the vote. Business owner Toby Doeden received 30.6 percent, leading the four-candidate field, according to Decision Desk HQ. Incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden secured the second spot for the runoff.
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Doeden and Rhoden Advance to GOP Runoff in South Dakota Governor's Race
The South Dakota GOP primary for governor will have a runoff on July 11, 2026, as no candidate achieved the required 35 percent of the vote. Toby Doeden led with 30.6 percent, followed by incumbent Governor Larry Rhoden.
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