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South Dakota ballot

U.S. Senate South Dakota

General: November 3, 2026 · Primary: June 2, 2026

General election

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.35 · Conservative

Mike Rounds, a Republican candidate, is the incumbent. Mike Rounds supports medicare and balanced budget.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateAttorney

Attorney and U.S. Navy/Air Force veteran Brian Bengs is running as an Independent for his first U.S. Senate seat in South Dakota. He emphasizes eliminating big money from politics, making daily life more affordable, and establishing accessible healthcare while addressing national debt.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Clara Hart ran for U.S. Senate South Dakota in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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IndependentFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Clayton Walker ran for U.S. Senate South Dakota in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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DFirst-time candidateWithdrewAdvocacy

Julian Beaudion ran for U.S. Senate South Dakota in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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RFirst-time candidateWithdrew

Patrick Schubert Sr. ran for U.S. Senate South Dakota in 2026. This is their first run for office.

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Primary

RepublicanIncumbentIdeology 0.35 · ConservativeAdvanced

Mike Rounds, a Republican candidate, is the incumbent. Mike Rounds supports medicare and balanced budget.

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RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Justin McNeal is a Republican candidate for U.S. Senate South Dakota in the 2026 election. This is their first run for office.

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