Rep. Dusty Johnson Launches Bid for South Dakota Governor
SOUTH DAKOTA, JUN 30 – Dusty Johnson enters a competitive Republican primary aimed at cutting property taxes, combating addiction, and improving education affordability in South Dakota's 2026 governor race.
- Dusty Johnson, South Dakota's lone representative in the U.S. House, announced his candidacy for Governor of South Dakota in next year's election.
- He aims to cut property taxes, combat drugs and addiction, and make education more affordable, according to his campaign priorities.
- Johnson's moderate stance within the GOP, along with his history of opposing some Trump-backed initiatives, may influence the gubernatorial race dynamics.
- In his announcement, Johnson stated, "I am proud to announce that I am running for Governor of South Dakota.
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U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson announces campaign for South Dakota governor
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. — For more than a decade, U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson has crisscrossed South Dakota and the country — from Mitchell to Pierre, Washington, D.C. and back — balancing public service with family life and often traveling with a suitcase in hand. On Monday afternoon, Johnson made it official: he’s hoping his next chapter brings him home, as South Dakota’s next governor. “I love South Dakota,” Johnson said, standing before a packed crowd…
Rep. Johnson announces Republican run for governor of South Dakota
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) Rep. Dusty Johnson is running for governor of South Dakota. That could set up a battle between Johnson and fellow Republican and current Gov. Larry Rhoden. Johnson has served as South Dakota’s only congressman since 2019 when he succeeded Kristi Noem. He has taken moderate stances during his time in Washington. Johnson’s priorities include cutting property taxes, combating drugs and addiction and making college and tech s…
South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson announces campaign for governor
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/192Ev8By4M/ SOUTH DAKOTA – Republican South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson wants to continue his political career back home. He announced he’s running for governor saying his campaign will focus on cutting property taxes, boosting energy production, cracking down on drugs, and investing in education. Johnson says he waited to run until now to avoid voter fatigue and finish work in Congress first. Governor Larry…
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