Who is Kristi Noem? A look at the anti-LGBTQ+, dog-killing governor and vice president aspirant
Noem was once a rising star in the Republican Party. Her new autobiography may bring about her fall. Here's what you need to know.
May 8, 2024
CONTACTAbout UsCAREER OPPORTUNITIESADVERTISE WITH USPRIVACY POLICYPRIVACY PREFERENCESTERMS OF USELEGAL NOTICE
© 2025 Pride Publishing Inc.
All Rights reserved
All Rights reserved
By continuing to use our site, you agree to our Private Policy and Terms of Use.
south dakota governor
South Dakota Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill' Heads to Governor
The bill would require transgender students to use facilities matching the gender they were assigned at birth.
February 16, 2016
South Dakota Revives, Passes Anti-Trans Sports Bill, Sends to Governor
The bill, which would keep trans girls out of girls' school sports, appeared to be dead in committee last week.
March 8, 2021
Caitlyn Jenner, Parents Urge Veto of S.D. 'Bathroom Bill'
Wayne Maines joins Caitlyn Jenner and others in urging the governor to veto the anti-trans legislation.
February 23, 2016
6 of South Dakota GOP Gov. Kristi Noem's craziest moments
From bragging about killing a puppy to lying about meeting North Korean dictator Kim Jong-un, Kristi Noem keeps getting more ridiculous.
May 8, 2024
Wisconsin Governor Stands Against Conversion Therapy, for Trans Youth
Gov. Tony Evers signed an order banning the use of state and federal funds to subject minors to the practice, and he pledged to veto anti-trans sports legislation if it reaches him.
June 1, 2021
We're Here Stars Tried to Meet Gov. Kristi Noem; She Hid in Her Office
Amy Rambow says it shows Noem can "make laws but isn't willing to speak to the people she's making laws about."
February 16, 2022
South Dakota Ban on 'Divisive Concepts' in Education Heads to Governor
The bill has chilling implications for content pertaining to LGBTQ+ issues, race, gender, and more.
March 8, 2022
South Dakota Governor Signs Anti-Trans Sports Bill Into Law
Gov. Kristi Noem's action makes the state the first to enact an anti-trans law this year.
February 3, 2022
Anti-LGBTQ+ Republican Kristi Noem brags about killing dog and goat in her new book
Will this kill the South Dakota governor's hopes for becoming Donald Trump's vice-presidential pick?
April 26, 2024
S.D. Gov. Will Get Trans Youth Input on Transphobic Bill
Gov. Dennis Daugaard, who claims to have never met a transgender person, now will meet several before deciding the fate of a discriminatory bill.
February 17, 2016
South Dakota Gov. Signs Orders Banning Trans Girls in School Sports
Gov. Kristi Noem's action comes after she sought changes to anti-trans legislation, drawing criticism from the right, and some now say she's trying to save face with conservatives.
March 29, 2021
How Conservative Politicians Are Scapegoating Trans Athletes
A slew of hateful legislation takes aim at athletes only seeking to compete.
August 3, 2021
Anti-LGBTQ+ Laws Take Effect in Five More States
It's not just Florida -- Alabama, Tennessee, South Dakota, Utah, and Indiana have anti-LGBTQ+ laws coming into force now.
July 2, 2022
South Dakota Governor Signs Discriminatory 'Religious Freedom' Bill
Activists say the measure signed by Gov. Kristi Noem will enable discrimination against LGBTQ+ people and others.
True
March 11, 2021
Mississippi, South Dakota Send Anti-LGBTQ+ Bills to Governors
The Mississippi bill would keep transgender girls out of girls' sports, while the South Dakota legislation is a so-called religious freedom measure that would enable discrimination.
March 3, 2021
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Calls for Drag, Pronoun Ban at Colleges
She included the bans in a list of recommendations on improving South Dakota colleges and universities.
May 29, 2023
South Dakota Gov. Vetoes Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill'
Gov. Dennis Daugaard vetoed a measure that would have forced trans students to use the wrong restrooms and locker rooms for their gender identity.
March 1, 2016
South Dakota Gov. Noem's National Ad Touts Anti-Trans Sports Bill
The ad, using the guise of "protecting" girls' and women's sports, has drawn condemnation from LGBTQ+ activists.
January 14, 2022
Trans South Dakotans Ask Gov. to Veto 'Bathroom Bill'
Gov. Dennis Daugaard has until March 1 to veto the transphobic legislation, which would make South Dakota the first state to enact such sweeping restrictions.
February 24, 2016
Deadline Nears for Anti-Trans 'Bathroom Bill' in South Dakota
Gov. Dennis Daugaard has until the end of the day Tuesday to decide whether to sign or veto the discriminatory legislation.
February 29, 2016