South Dakota Secretary of State Race | Rapid City News

Rapid City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Sep 17, 2026 · 1m

South Dakota’s hotly contested Secretary of State race pits three candidates against each other in a battle for control over elections and state records: Republican Heather Baxter, Democrat Terrence Davis, and Libertarian Tamara Lesnar. Baxter, who ousted the incumbent at her party’s convention, promises election reform and security upgrades while listening to voter concerns. Davis focuses on rebuilding trust in the system, questioning hand-counting but backing current infrastructure. Lesnar argues the role is broader than elections—she champions efficiency in managing business filings and…