Republican voters declare their freedom from the Freedom Caucus

By: Dana Hess

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: June 15, 2026

Words: 702

Last Updated: 1 month, 1 week ago


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As someone who is lucky enough to offer commentary about South Dakota politics, I must note that the recent Republican primary has made my job tougher. The state’s Republican voters, without any regard for my feelings, kicked out most of the members of the South Dakota Freedom Caucus.

Don’t get me wrong, I was usually on the other side of any issue that they proposed. But I was a fan. Never famous for their …

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