Donald Trump says South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden is doing "a fantastic job"
“The Great Governor of South Dakota, Larry Rhoden, is doing a fantastic job for 'The Mount Rushmore State,'”
— Donald Trump, President
Reported August 28, 2026 by newscenter1.tv. Checked word for word against that report.
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President Donald Trump used his Truth Social account to announce his official support for South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden as the governor seeks a full term in the 2026 race. Trump highlighted Rhoden’s deep family roots in the state, his background in business, ranching and service in the state legislature, and asserted that voters could rely on him. Rhoden responded on his own social‑media platform, thanking the president and saying he will continue cooperating with the federal administration to preserve the state’s safety and freedom. The contest is set for Nov. 3, 2026, with Rhoden facing Democratic challenger Dan Ahlers.
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- newscenter1.tv ↗︎28 AUG 2026