South Dakotans set to decide races for governor, Congress, Legislature and 4 ballot questions

By: South Dakota Searchlight staff

Outlets: South Dakota Searchlight

Published: November 2, 2026

Words: 1,203

Last Updated: 5 days, 4 hours ago

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Tuesday is Election Day in South Dakota, with races for state and legislative offices, four statewide ballot questions, and a variety of local races and questions.

Nationally, control of both chambers of Congress is up for grabs, with implications for South Dakota Republican John Thune’s status as U.S. Senate majority leader.

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