Republican voters in South Dakota participated in a gubernatorial primary runoff on July 28, 2026. Governor Larry Rhoden is competing for a full term against businessman Toby Doeden. In the initial primary held on June 2, neither candidate received more than 50% of the votes, necessitating the runoff.
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South Dakota GOP Primary Runoff: Governor Larry Rhoden Faces Toby Doeden
On July 28, 2026, South Dakota Republican voters participated in a gubernatorial primary runoff between Governor Larry Rhoden and businessman Toby Doeden. The runoff was required after neither candidate secured a majority in the June 2 primary election.
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Live results: Rhoden fights to hang on to South Dakota governor’s mansion in GOP primary runoff
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South Dakota GOP Primary Runoff: Governor Larry Rhoden Faces Toby Doeden