Gov. Kristi Noem (R-SD) has declined to answer questions about an unconventional advertisement she posted online in favor of cosmetic dentistry and what, if any, financial benefit she received to promote her new teeth.
The South Dakota governor’s nearly 5-minute video touting the work Smile Texas performed on her mouth led to much confusion and questioning over whether Noem was paid to release the infomercial-style video on X late Monday night.
In the video, Noem, a potential running mate for former President Donald Trump, claims she needed an adjustment to her teeth stemming from a biking accident that Smile Texas performed.
“The team here was remarkable and finally gave me a smile that I can be proud of and confident in, and that really is a gift that I think is going to be incredibly special to have,” Noem said.
