Rhoden Locks In Venhuizen for 2026 | Sioux Falls News

Sioux Falls News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 6, 2026 · 1m

Governor Larry Rhoden has officially locked in Lieutenant Governor Tony Venhuizen as his running mate for the 2026 election, cementing a partnership forged since Venhuizen’s January 2025 appointment. Rhoden highlights Venhuizen’s leadership on critical prison reform task forces, while Venhuizen brings deep legislative and executive experience — including time in the South Dakota House and stints as chief of staff for two governors. With campaign paperwork filed, the Rhoden-Venhuizen ticket is now set to face voters in 2026, riding on their proven teamwork and policy impact. Listen in…