Nicole "Nikki" Gronli

Background

Gronli is from Dell Rapids and formerly served as South Dakota director of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Development program. Her 2026 run for the state’s at-large U.S. House seat is her first campaign for elective office.

Sources: elect.link

What the candidate has said

Statements are attributed to the linked sources.

• Agriculture

  She says she will work to protect South Dakota agriculture and support free and open markets that reward farmers and ranchers.

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• Trade and tariffs

  She says her first priority is working with members of Congress to reclaim Congress's authority over tariffs, which she says are hurting consumers, businesses, and farmers.

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• Child care

  She supports access to safe, affordable, quality child care and early learning, and says parents should not have to choose between work and care for their children.

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