Dusty Johnson

Dusty Johnson, born on September thirtieth, nineteen seventy-six, is a prominent American politician currently serving as the U.S. representative for South Dakota's at-large congressional district since two thousand nineteen. A dedicated member of the Republican Party, Johnson's political journey began as a South Dakota Public Utilities Commissioner from two thousand five to two thousand eleven. Following this role, he was appointed chief of staff to Governor Dennis Daugaard, a position he held until two thousand fourteen.

Before his congressional service, Johnson contributed to the private sector as the vice-president of Vantage Point Solutions in Mitchell, South Dakota. His experience in both public service and the private sector has shaped his approach to governance, making him a well-rounded leader.

As a member of the centrist Problem Solvers Caucus, Johnson is recognized as a moderate Republican. His voting record reflects a willingness to cross party lines, as evidenced by his votes to revoke Donald Trump's national emergency declaration at the southern border, to retain Liz Cheney as the Republican Conference Chair, and to support the establishment of the January sixth commission aimed at investigating the storming of the U.S. Capitol.

On June thirtieth, two thousand twenty-five, Johnson announced his intention to run for Governor of South Dakota in the upcoming two thousand twenty-six election, signaling his continued commitment to public service and leadership in the state.