Republican businessman Toby Doeden advances to primary runoff in South Dakota governor’s race
Republican businessman Toby Doeden has advanced to a primary runoff in the South Dakota governor's race. He will compete against Gov. Larry Rhoden, Rep. Dusty Johnson, and former state House Speaker Jon Hansen for a spot on the July 28 ballot. The primary is going to a runoff because no candidate received more than 35% of the vote.
- ▪Toby Doeden is a Republican businessman and political outsider.
- ▪Gov. Larry Rhoden is seeking a full term after replacing Kristi Noem.
- ▪The primary runoff will determine the Republican nominee for the general election.
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BREAKING NEWSJun. 3, 2026, 4:36 AM UTC2026 Election2026 ElectionRepublican businessman Toby Doeden advances to primary runoff in South Dakota governor’s raceGov. Larry Rhoden, who replaced Kristi Noem last year, Rep. Dusty Johnson and former state House Speaker Jon Hansen are competing for a second spot on the July 28 ballot. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden is vying for a full term after replacing Kristi Noem..Samantha Laurey / USA Today Network via Imagn ImagesShareAdd NBC News to GoogleBy Megan LebowitzRepublican businessman Toby Doeden has advanced to a runoff in South Dakota governor’s race, NBC News projects.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.Gov.
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