South Dakota Senate Election 2026
Mike Rounds (R) is running. Rating: Solid R.
Status: upcoming. Election day is November 3, 2026.
Candidates
| Candidate | Party | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Brian Bengs | Independent | Independent |
| Mike Rounds (incumbent) | Republican | Senator since 2015 |
No public polls recorded for this race.
Where the candidates stand
Mike Rounds (R)
- Voted to protect infants who survive abortions. (2020) source
- Supports concealed-carry reciprocity across state lines. (2018) source
- Favors border security first, then a limited path to citizenship. (2013) source
- Wants to keep the Trump tax cuts and slow mandatory spending. (2025) source
- Hopes the tariffs lead to negotiated trade deals. (2025) source
- Says the strikes on Iran stopped its uranium enrichment. (2025) source
- Opposed rescheduling marijuana. (2023) source
- Says faith-based opposition to same-sex marriage should be respected. (2018) source
Sources
- 2026 United States Senate elections (Wikipedia)
- Latest Senate polls (RealClearPolling)
- 2026 election polls (Political.org)
- Cook Political Report Senate ratings
- The Green Papers: 2026 candidates by state
- Cook Political Report Senate overview: South Carolina, Mississippi, Minnesota (Oct. 20, 2026)
- Midterm Elections in Ohio, October 2026 (Marist Poll)
- Midterm Elections in Michigan, October 2026 (Marist Poll)
Ratings, candidates and polls last updated October 24, 2026. Ratings are expert forecasts, not results.