A Democratic legislator has called for an inquiry into South Dakota Republican Gov. Kristi Noem's recent trip to Texas for dental work and a promotional video she posted praising the dental practice. State Sen. Reynold Nesiba raised concerns about the video, questioning whether public funds were used for the trip and if the dental procedure was discounted due to the video.
Noem's office did not respond to inquiries about the video, in which she thanked Smile Texas, a cosmetic dental practice in Houston, for giving her a smile she can be proud of. The video also features Noem speaking at a Republican Party event with former President Donald Trump signs in the background.
