Larry Rhoden (born February 5, 1959) is an American politician and businessman serving as the 34th governor of South Dakota since 2025. [ 1 ] A Republican , Rhoden served as a member of the state House of Representatives from 2001 to 2009 and from 2017 to 2019, as a member of the state senate from 2009 to 2015, and as the 39th lieutenant ...

12 hours ago · PIERRE — New Gov. Larry Rhoden sounded a bit like his old predecessor in his first address to the legislature as South Dakota's veritable CEO. Rhoden delivered a speech Tuesday to a combined ...

3 days ago · South Dakota Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden didn’t unveil any new proposals in his first gubernatorial address to state lawmakers Tuesday at the Capitol in Pierre, but he stressed key parts of his predecessor’s agenda that he’ll support, including building a new prison and establishing an education savings account program.

6 days ago · News - Governor Rhoden Receives Governor Noem's Resignation Letter - Today, Larry Rhoden received Kristi Noem's resignation as Governor and succeeded to the office of Governor of South Dakota. Larry Rhoden is now the 34th Governor of South Dakota

5 days ago · SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Following Governor Kristi Noem’s appointment to Secretary of Homeland Security, Lt. Gov. Larry Rhoden succeeded to governor of South Dakota. Rhoden received N…

3 days ago · Larry Rhoden is sworn in as governor of South Dakota on Jan. 27, 2025, at the State Capitol as his wife, First Lady Sandy Rhoden, looks on. (Joshua Haiar/South Dakota Searchlight) PIERRE — New South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden deflected questions about his political future during his swearing-in ceremony Monday at the Capitol.

5 days ago · PIERRE, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - On Saturday, Larry Rhoden received Kristi Noem’s resignation as Governor immediately following the US Senate’s vote to confirm Noem as Homeland Security Secretary.. Rhoden is now the 34th Governor of South Dakota pursuant to Article 4 Section 6 of the South Dakota Constitution.. You can read Noem’s resignation letter …

Larry Rhoden is a lifelong West River rancher, a dedicated husband and father, and a proven leader with a record of service for South Dakota. He serves as the 34th Governor of South Dakota. Larry was elected as lieutenant governor alongside Governor Kristi Noem in 2018 and re-elected in 2022. He rose to the office…

Larry Rhoden South Dakota. Elected South Dakota’s 34th governor in 2024.. Early Years: Born in 1971 and grew up on the family ranch and farm in rural Hamlin County, South Dakota. Education: Governor Rhoden graduated from the Sunshine Bible Academy in 1977. Career: After high school, he served in the South Dakota National Guard from 1978 to 1985. He later led the …

Nov 13, 2024 · Donald Trump picked Noem as the next U.S. homeland security secretary, and Lt. Gov. Larry Rhoden would automatically become governor if Noem is confirmed.