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2028 South Dakota U.S. Senate General

Election Date:November 7, 2028Register by:October 20, 2028
Current holder:John Thune(Republican)

The 2028 South Dakota U.S. Senate General Election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect one U.S. Senator from the state of South Dakota. This federal election will determine who serves South Dakota in the United States Senate for a six-year term beginning January 3, 2029.

About This Race

The 2028 South Dakota U.S. Senate General Election will be held on November 7, 2028, to elect one U.S. Senator from the state of South Dakota. This federal election will determine who serves South Dakota in the United States Senate for a six-year term beginning January 3, 2029.

Candidates

Important Dates

Election Date
November 7, 2028
Registration Deadline
October 20, 2028
Early Voting Starts
October 21, 2028
Early Voting Ends
November 4, 2028

How to Vote

To vote in South Dakota, residents must register by October 20, 2028, either online, by mail, or in person at their county auditor's office. On Election Day, voters can cast ballots at their designated polling place from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CT, or vote early in person from October 21 to November 4, 2028. Voters must show a valid photo ID, such as a South Dakota driver's license, passport, or tribal identification, to cast a ballot.

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Incumbent
Republican

John Thune

United States Senator from South Dakota

Biography

John Thune is the incumbent U.S. Senator from South Dakota, first elected in 2004 and currently serving as Senate Minority Whip. He is running for re-election to a fourth term, emphasizing his experience in agricultural policy, national defense, and bipartisan leadership in the Senate.

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Democratic

Brian Bengs

United States Senator from South Dakota

Biography

Brian Bengs is a political science professor at Northern State University and a U.S. Air Force veteran who previously ran for Congress in 2020 and 2022. He is challenging Senator Thune, campaigning on expanding healthcare access, supporting public education, and restoring integrity and accountability in government.

Campaign Website

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