Rhoden Wins GOP Nomination Landslide | Pierre News

Governor Larry Rhoden cruised to a landslide Republican nomination win, capturing over 70% of the runoff vote—and the Associated Press called it just eight minutes after polls closed. Now set to face Democrat Dan Ahlers in November’s general election, Rhoden called the victory gratifying, noting the runoff narrowed the field and expects similar dynamics against Ahlers, whose policies he says diverge sharply. Running mate Tony Venhuizen insists South Dakota doesn’t need Biden or Walz-style governance, arguing for a government that truly serves all residents. Ahlers, meanwhile, is laser-focused on healthcare, pledging to keep residents from leaving the state for care—and says voters are making that their top priority. If Rhoden wins, he’d become the first governor born west of the Missouri River to hold office since the 1940s. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/7f978348a2156ea4