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South Dakota · South Dakota Auditor · Updated Oct 16, 2026

Catherine Barranco

Republican

Economist and political organizer

2026 race · South Dakota Auditor

99% chance of winning · race rated Solid R

1%99%

95% chance of winning · race rated Likely R

5%95%
● Tom Cool● Catherine Barranco
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