Republican candidate for governor of South Dakota puts $4 million of his own money into his campaign

By: Joshua Haiar

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: May 21, 2026

Words: 719

Last Updated: 2 months ago


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A new campaign finance report says a Republican candidate for governor of South Dakota, Toby Doeden, has put $4 million of his own money into his campaign.

In written statements responding to South Dakota Searchlight questions, Doeden said he is motivated by a desire to give his children and grandchildren “the opportunity to grow up and raise their families in the same South Dakota I did. One that is safe, affordable and free from …

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