# 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.

## Key facts

- Party: Republican
- Office sought: U.S. Senate
- Current office: U.S. Senator from South Dakota
- State: SD
- Race: South Dakota Senate 2026
- Incumbent status: challenger
- Residence: Pierre, SD
- Race rating: Safe Republican
- Campaign website: https://www.rounds.senate.gov

## 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.

## Background

- Education: B.S., South Dakota State University
- 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)

## Opponents in this race

- [Mike Rounds](https://transparencyreport.io/candidates/mike-rounds-south-dakota-r-2026.md) — Republican

## Sources

- Mike Rounds — Bioguide Congress.gov: https://bioguide.congress.gov/search/bio/R000605
- Senator Mike Rounds — Official Senate Website: https://www.rounds.senate.gov/

Last updated: 2026-06-15T19:54:11.143Z

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