PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) -- Ten Democrats and one Republican have withdrawn their candidacies for election to the South Dakota Legislature.
The withdrawal deadline was 5 p.m. Tuesday.
County political parties have the option to choose replacement candidates. So far, two of the Democrats have been replaced.
The replacement filing deadline is 5 p.m. August 13.
House District 20 has an unusual situation. Three of the four candidates have withdrawn, including Republican incumbent Ben Krohmer, who officially left the race on Tuesday. None of the three so far has been replaced. Davison, Jerauld, Miner and Sanborn counties comprise the district.
Secretary of State Monae Johnson must notify county auditors no later than 5 p.m. August 20 of the final lists of candidates for the 2024 general election ballot.
Here's a rundown of the legislative withdrawals:
House District 1 – Democrat Mark ...