"South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Sued Over Texas Dentist Endorsement"
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is facing a lawsuit for allegedly promoting a Texas dentist on her social media without disclosing a financial relationship with the company. The lawsuit, filed by consumer advocacy group Travelers United, accuses Noem of deceptive advertising practices and violating consumer protection laws in Washington, D.C. The group is seeking punitive damages, statutory damages, and a court order to block Noem from advertising on social media without disclosure. Noem's team and Smile Texas have not yet responded to the lawsuit.