Beaudion exits SD Senate race, clearing path for independent Bengs

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Beaudion exits SD Senate race, clearing path for independent Bengs
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Julian Beaudion, South Dakota's Democratic Senate nominee, withdrew from the race—the third Democratic withdrawal in a red-state contest this year—opening the field for independent candidate Brian Bengs to challenge Republican incumbent Mike Rounds. Beaudion cited threats and a devastating house fire, and said he would not endorse Bengs, prioritizing his family's safety.

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