Phil Jensen

Phil Jensen is an American politician serving as a member of the South Dakota House of Representatives. A member of the Republican Party, he previously served in the South Dakota Senate from 2013 to 2021 and held a seat in the House from 2009 to 2013. Jensen is known for his staunch conservative views, identifying as a Reagan conservative, and currently chairs the South Dakota Freedom Caucus. Throughout his legislative career, he has been a polarizing figure, drawing national attention for his controversial stances on private property rights, business discrimination, and education policy.