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Lawsuit Filed Against Deputy Mayor for Business Misconduct

3/4/2026

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A1 Development filed a lawsuit against Kyle Peters, son-in-law of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, on February 19 in Codington County, alleging he diverted business for personal gain as an independent contractor.
The complaint seeks compensatory and punitive damages and a jury trial.
Peters denies the allegations, stating he did not divert business and brought clients to A1.
Peters is a city council member and deputy mayor of Watertown, SD.

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A1 Development filed a lawsuit against Kyle Peters, son-in-law of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, on February 19 in Codington County, alleging he diverted business for personal gain as an independent contractor.
The complaint seeks compensatory and punitive damages and a jury trial.
Peters denies the allegations, stating he did not divert business and brought clients to A1.
Peters is a city council member and deputy mayor of Watertown, SD.