Larry Rhoden
Recent media appearances
DebateSep 28, 2026South Dakota governor candidates clash on data centers, education, economic developmentSDPB and South Dakota News Watch
InterviewSep 16, 2026Inside the race: Dan Ahlers and Larry Rhoden talk key issues with Dakota News NowDakota News Now
DebateSep 5, 2026Gov. Rhoden and Dan Ahlers debate at the South Dakota State FairSouth Dakota Farmers Union (State Fair)
Top articles
Overview
Larry Rhoden is the Republican governor of South Dakota. A rancher, he served 16 years in the state Legislature and six years as lieutenant governor under Kristi Noem before becoming governor. governorlarryrhoden.com
He sought another term in 2026 against Democrat Dan Ahlers. President Trump endorsed him in August after staying neutral in the Republican primary. dakotanewsnow.com
Platform
- Says he will implement his property tax cut, which he says will lower average homeowner property taxes by 36 percent.kfgo.com dakotanewsnow.com
- Proposes expanding defense manufacturing through a South Dakota Defense Institute.dakotanewsnow.com
- Says large data centers should cover their own power costs and that foreign governments like China should be kept from owning U.S. data.kfgo.com
- Says he wants to keep South Dakota safe, with low crime and respect for law enforcement.governorlarryrhoden.com
- Says he opposes plans to import large amounts of ground beef without tariffs.dakotanewsnow.com