SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO AM) - Lieutenant Governor Matt Michels says he's been encouraged by a lot of people to run for Governor of South Dakota next year.
Michels says it's very heartening to hear support for a gubernatorial bid but says he'll wait until the legislative session is over before making a decision.
Michels says it's hard for him to think about a campaign now. But he says "by the same token, the Governor wanted a partner, he humbled me, we've been friends for a long time. We've been able to do quite a few things together and so that's what we're trying to evaluate."
Attorney General Marty Jackley and U.S. Representative Kristi Noem have announced their candidacy.
There are other rumblings as to possible candidates for governor, including former governor and current U.S. Senator Mike Rounds.
On the Democrat's side, Senate Minority Leader Billie Sutton is rumored as a potential candidate as is former United States Attorney of South Dakota Brendan Johnson.