David Wheeler (South Dakota politician)
David Wheeler | |
|---|---|
| Member of the South Dakota Senate from the 22nd district | |
| In office January 12, 2021 – April 24, 2025 | |
| Preceded by | Jim White |
| Succeeded by | Vacant |
| Personal details | |
| Born | November 24, 1979 Huron, South Dakota, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Education | University of South Dakota (BA, MPA, JD) |
David Wheeler (born November 24, 1979)[1] is an American attorney and politician who served as a member of the South Dakota Senate from the 22nd district. Elected in November 2020, he assumed office on January 12, 2021.
Early life and education
[edit]Wheeler was born in Huron, South Dakota. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in political science, Master of Public Administration, and Juris Doctor from the University of South Dakota.[2]
Career
[edit]Wheeler has worked as an attorney for Blue, Wheeler & Banks LLP in Huron. He was also a member of the Huron School Board for seven year and was appointed to serve on the South Dakota Lottery Commission by Governor Dennis Daugaard.[3] He was elected to the South Dakota Senate in November 2020 and assumed office on January 12, 2021.[4] He resigned in April 2025 after being appointed to a judicial position.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ "Our Campaigns - Candidate - David Wheeler". www.ourcampaigns.com. Retrieved 2021-07-15.
- ^ "David Wheeler (South Dakota)". Ballotpedia. Retrieved 2021-07-15.
- ^ "Wheeler announces bid for State Senate". Huron Plainsman. November 24, 2019. Retrieved 2021-07-15.
- ^ "Senator David Wheeler – 2021". sdlegislature.gov. Archived from the original on 2021-03-22. Retrieved 2021-07-15.
- ^ "Gov. Rhoden appoints State Senator to 3rd Judicial Circuit Court". Dakota News Now. April 26, 2025. Retrieved 2025-05-04.