Mike Rounds
Mike Rounds has served as U.S. Senator from South Dakota since 2015. He previously served as Governor of South Dakota from 2003 to 2011. He is seeking a third Senate term in 2026.
- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- State: SD
- Current office: U.S. Senator from South Dakota
Incumbency status: challenger
Education: B.S., South Dakota State University
Residence: Pierre, SD
Biography
Mike Rounds was born on October 24, 1954, in Huron, South Dakota. He earned his B.S. from South Dakota State University. He served in the South Dakota Senate from 1991 to 2001, including as Majority Leader. He served as Governor of South Dakota from 2003 to 2011. He was elected to the U.S. Senate in 2014 and re-elected in 2020.
Professional background
U.S. Senator (2015–present); Governor of South Dakota (2003–2011)
Public service
South Dakota Senate (1991–2001); Governor of South Dakota (2003–2011); U.S. Senator (2015–present)