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June 25, 2026

Sioux Falls Mayoral Race Results Confirmed: Recount Likely

  • Christine Erickson leads Jamie Smith by two votes, 18,280 to 18,278, as confirmed by the Minnehaha County Auditors and Elections Office.
  • A recount is likely after the city certifies the results, as the vote difference is within the 2% threshold for an automatic recount.
  • Both candidates are committed to a fair recount process, with Erickson emphasizing transparency and Smith highlighting the importance of every vote.