AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoSioux Falls Runoff Politics: Former candidates Greg Jamison and Joe Batcheller are backing Jamie Smith in the mayoral runoff, setting up a fresh endorsement fight after Tuesday’s vote went to overtime. Gubernatorial Runoff Logistics: South Dakota’s absentee voting for the Republican governor runoff begins June 12, with prior primary absentee requests automatically eligible and new applications due July 27. Campaign Strategy & Fallout: Analysts say the July 28 GOP governor runoff between Toby Doeden and Gov. Larry Rhoden could hinge on turnout and shifting loyalties after the primary. National Politics, Local Impact: Former President Joe Biden headlined the South Dakota Democratic Party’s McGovern Day dinner, urging Democrats not to give up ahead of November. Election Integrity Questions: A South Dakota-linked election equipment dispute is in the news as a candidate challenges testing procedures and claims races weren’t properly tested. Policy Watch: A new South Dakota abortion-pill ban lawsuit is underway, while national attention continues on abortion ballot measures in other states. Other Notables: USDA confirmed a New World screwworm detection in Texas, a reminder of ongoing threats to livestock and agriculture.
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