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OPINION: South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden awkwardly defends Kristi Noem while echoing her missteps on federal shootings. Read the full story at bit.ly/4c9waVk

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January 31, 2026 at 7:36 PM
This is not about public safety.
It targets vulnerable people, undermines trust in law enforcement, and turns SD into a test site for extreme #immigration policies.
📣 We refuse to be silent.

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May 31, 2025 at 2:48 PM
"For a condemnation of #KristiNoem’s performance as governor, just look at what her former lieutenant governor is doing."

@sethtupper.bsky.social commentary on #LarryRhoden and South Dakota's "reset":
Noem’s successor hits ‘reset’ after she insisted there was ‘No Going Back’ • South Dakota Searchlight
Since former Gov. Kristi Noem's departure, new Gov. Larry Rhoden has also positioned himself as Governor Reset.
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March 26, 2025 at 3:14 PM
PuppyGoat Killer's own handpicked replacement #LarryRhoden called her out without even realizing it

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Kristi Noem's own handpicked replacement called her out without even knowing it
For yet another reminder of what a poor job Kristi Noem is doing, just ask her handpicked replacement as governor of South Dakota.Not directly, mind you. Larry Rhoden will defend her to the hilt if as...
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January 30, 2026 at 11:33 PM
South Dakota's soon-to-be ex-governor "was always shooting for higher office — when she wasn’t shooting pets or farm animals," writes Dana Hess, who has some unsolicited advice for the state's next governor, #LarryRhoden.

Commentary:
Some unsolicited advice for South Dakota’s next governor • South Dakota Searchlight
Here’s some unsolicited advice for the man who will follow Kristi Noem as South Dakota’s 34th governor, Larry Rhoden.
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January 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
South Dakota Gov. #LarryRhoden won the Republican Party’s nomination for governor Tuesday in a runoff election, earning the chance to seek his own four years in office after filling out the remainder of former Gov. Kristi Noem’s last term. buff.ly/ySpyQjD
South Dakota governor wins Republican nomination to seek his own term after succeeding Noem • South Dakota Searchlight
Results in South Dakota's July 28, 2026, runoff for the Republican Party nomination for governor between Gov. Larry Rhoden and Toby Doeden.
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July 29, 2026 at 1:21 AM
Born to Roosevelt Democrats, driving tractor by age 8, and taking his lumps on the school board: His life's journey has prepared him, he says, to earn his own term after taking over for his former boss, Kristi Noem.

He's Gov. #LarryRhoden: rancher, welder and former legislator ⬇️
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Larry Rhoden: Rancher, welder and three-decade politician makes his case to earn SD's trust • South Dakota Searchlight
South Dakota's governor reflects on his ranching roots and three decades in politics ahead of the Republican runoff.
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July 16, 2026 at 3:26 PM
We don't talk enough about contacting our governors. Give 'em hell!

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For #SouthDakota, here's contact info for Governor #LarryRhoden:

Email link at: governor.sd.gov/office/conta...
Call: 605.773.3212

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#HoldSDAccountable
#RhodenFailsSD
#AnswerToSouthDakota
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February 25, 2025 at 6:11 PM
"Election years call for politicians to do some tricky maneuvering," writes Dana Hess, "and that’s where Gov. #LarryRhoden finds himself right now after the announcement of Operation Prairie Thunder."

Commentary:
Rhoden was running a state-funded campaign before Operation Prairie Thunder • South Dakota Searchlight
While South Dakota is Open for Opportunity, one of those opportunities has been for Rhoden to run a political campaign using state funds.
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August 17, 2025 at 7:01 PM
South Dakota Gov. #LarryRhoden is leading a trade mission in Israel. The trade delegation is hosting a seminar “focused on recruiting foreign direct investment into the state,” according to a press release from the governor’s office. buff.ly/TRxeDpN
South Dakota governor leads trade mission to Israel • South Dakota Searchlight
South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden is leading a trade mission in Israel, he announced Monday.
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June 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
South Dakota GOP Gov. #LarryRhoden didn’t unveil new proposals in his first gubernatorial address to state lawmakers, but he stressed parts of his predecessor’s agenda that he’ll support, including building a prison and establishing an education savings account program.
Rhoden commits to new prison and school choice in first speech as governor • South Dakota Searchlight
South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden didn’t unveil new proposals in his first gubernatorial address but stressed key parts of his predecessor’s agenda.
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January 28, 2025 at 10:45 PM
#LarryRhoden owes his new job to Kristi Noem, but her political career might have stalled shortly after it began if not for his help, according to a story they’ve both shared publicly.

That story and more in this @makenziehuber.bsky.social profile of SD's new governor:
Meet Larry Rhoden: Colleagues describe SD’s new governor as a steady hand and source of humor • South Dakota Searchlight
Larry Rhoden owes his new job as governor to Kristi Noem, but her political career might have stalled if not for his help.
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February 1, 2025 at 2:00 AM
New SD Gov. #LarryRhoden deflected questions about his political future during his swearing-in ceremony. When asked by the media if he plans to run in the 2026 race for governor, he called it a fair question but said, “I’m laser-focused on getting to work here.”
New SD Governor Larry Rhoden says immediate focus is getting to work, not his political future • South Dakota Searchlight
New South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden deflected questions about his political future during his swearing-in ceremony at the Capitol.
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January 27, 2025 at 6:17 PM
Born to Roosevelt Democrats, driving tractor by age 8, and taking his lumps on the school board: His life's journey has prepared him, he says, to earn his own term after taking over for his former boss, Kristi Noem.

He's Gov. #LarryRhoden: rancher, welder and former legislator ⬇️
Larry Rhoden: Rancher, welder and three-decade politician makes his case to earn SD's trust • South Dakota Searchlight
South Dakota's governor reflects on his ranching roots and three decades in politics ahead of the Republican runoff.
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July 17, 2026 at 2:00 AM
South Dakota Gov. #LarryRhoden launched a campaign to keep his job with an expression of his philosophy: “Good policy makes good politics." buff.ly/s01YdUT
South Dakota governor bets on policy over politics while launching campaign to keep his job • South Dakota Searchlight
Larry Rhoden has competition from three other declared candidates for the Republican Party’s nomination in the 2026 primary election.
southdakotasearchlight.com
November 18, 2025 at 7:15 PM
SD Gov. #LarryRhoden is "pretty confident" he and lawmakers will find a way to "tamp down the increase" in #PropertyTaxes for homeowners, he said. He did not reveal his plan but suggested it will focus on those suffering from the biggest increases.

More from the press conference:
SD governor predicts solution for rising homeowner property taxes • South Dakota Searchlight
Lawmakers will find a way this winter to “tamp down the increase” in property taxes for South Dakota homeowners, Gov. Larry Rhoden predicted.
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February 6, 2025 at 9:47 PM
"... He was engaging with you in a meaningful way. An adult way. A respectful way. A civil way. And you parted on friendly terms. Imagine that, in today’s politics, from our governor in Pierre."

Commentary about #LarryRhoden from #KevinWoster:
Without 'baggage' of national spotlight, Rhoden gets back to basics • South Dakota Searchlight
New Gov. Larry Rhoden supports tougher southern border security, of course. But he isn’t inclined to build walls between himself and others.
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February 4, 2025 at 3:00 PM
South Dakota Governor #LarryRhoden looks like an older version of the #Enzyte commercial guy...
March 21, 2025 at 1:13 AM
#TobyDoeden & #LarryRhoden are beholden to maga GOP. tinyurl.com/38huzvem 12+yrs & STILL no better promised GOP 47 healthcare than #Obamacare #ACA. USA LOSES under GOP healthcare plans. tinyurl.com/244246h8 Silence is consent. tinyurl.com/3eysbyfs @dakotanewsnow.com @northdakotamonitor.com
The Myth of the Lone Wolf
There is outrageSadly, it is not just her.
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June 20, 2026 at 1:38 PM
Governor Larry Rhoden Awards $500,000 Future Fund Grant to Watertown’s Calvin Industrial Park
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December 31, 2025 at 3:02 AM