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Republicans Rhoden and Jackley win, other GOP candidates lead

Republicans Rhoden and Jackley win, other GOP candidates lead

With more than a third of the vote counted, Gov. Larry Rhoden and Marty Jackley claimed victory for governor and U.S. House. Other GOP candidates had strong leads in the race for secretary of state and U.S. Senate.
What to know for Tuesday's general election

What to know for Tuesday's general election

Live results: 2026 South Dakota General Election

Live results: 2026 South Dakota General Election

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Major aquifers in South Dakota in decline, threatening fresh water supplies

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South Dakota Poll: Showing our math

Fact brief: Do all pollsters target specific people to get the answers they want?

Fact brief: Do all pollsters target specific people to get the answers they want?

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Poll: Voters split on Thune and Trump job performance

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Republicans Rhoden and Jackley win, other GOP candidates lead

What to know for Tuesday's general election

Live results: 2026 South Dakota General Election

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