politics

Mississippi GOP Reacts to Trump Win

After months of an unpredictable and unique election season, Donald Trump was declared the 45th president of the United States. Among those celebrating a Trump win was Mississippi Governor Phil Bryant. News 25’s Kendra Turley shows us reaction from the…

Senator Cochran Congratulates Trump on Win

Mississippi U.S. Senator Thad Cochran released a statement on Trump’s win. The statement said, “I congratulate President-Elect Trump and Vice-President-Elect Pence on being chosen to lead this great country. The people have voted for change and for leadership to deal…

Senator Wicker Reacts to a One-Party Rule

Trump will now have a Republican majority in both the Senate and the House of Representatives which can boost his chances of enacting major items on his agenda. Today, News 25 caught up with Senator Roger Wicker who says he…

Republican Leader Comments on Trump Election

While Donald Trump celebrated his victory this morning in New York, Republicans here celebrated as well. Trump won Mississippi by 58 percent. Frank Genzer, chairman of the Republican Executive Committee for Harrison County, says he and fellow local Republican leaders…

2016 Election Results

Governor Phil Bryant is hosting an election night party in Jackson. News 25’s Kendra Turley joins us from the Mississippi Republican Party Headquarters.

Secretary of State on Voter Turnout

Mississippians have paid attention to the presidential race and are turning out. Those were the words from Secretary of State Delbert Hosemann today. Hosemann gave a report on Election Day within the state. He tells News 25 there were two…

Voter Turnout at Local Polls

Polls in Harrison County are seeing record turnouts. News 25’s Kristen Durand is at the Donal Snyder Community Center in Biloxi with more.

What Residents want to see in the President

While there are a few statewide races today, many people are eager to vote for president. Poll workers at Lyman Community Center tell News 25 today has been the largest turnout they’ve seen in years with a number of voters…

Polling Problems in Jackson County on Election Day

Election Day was off to a rocky start in Jackson County this morning. Multiple precincts including the Jackson County Fair Grounds experienced technical issues with their electronic poll books. After people voted, they went to present their card to the…

Voters Line up in D’Iberville

As predicted, voters turned out in droves this morning. This video you see here is of the D’Iberville Civic Center. Voters braving the wind and rain to cast their vote in this historic election.

Election Day Reminders

Here is a reminder of some important things to remember before you head to the polls tomorrow. You must bring a photo ID with you in order to cast your ballot. Check your precinct before leaving the house, some polling…

Mark Gladney on Congressional Race

Fourth Congressional District candidate Mark Gladney spent the final stretch of his campaign in Hancock County this afternoon. The Democratic candidate says his focus is to continue to spread the message of change. He addressed recent statements about Incumbent Steven…

Election Day Reminders

Here’s a reminder of some important things to remember before you head to the polls this morning. You must bring a photo ID with you in order to cast your ballot. Check you precinct before leaving the house. You can…

Prayer for the Election

While election officials prepare for large crowds and candidates prepare for victory speeches, others turned to prayer for preparation. Dozens entered the doors of St. Thomas the Apostle Catholic Church in Long Beach to kneel and pray during adoration. Those…

Freebies for Voting Tomorrow

Need another reason to get to the polls and vote tomorrow? Several businesses around the Coast are giving out freebies if you prove you voted in the 2016 election. Fire House Subs is giving away a free medium drink if…

Presidential Election Preparations in Jackson County

In Jackson County, the Election Commission Office was buzzing as poll workers stopped in to get all the supplies they need for Tuesday and receive any last minute information. New to the county this year will be electronic poll books.…

Harrison County Voter Information

With thousands of people expected across Harrison County’s 58 precincts, officials encourage voters to visit the county website as a way to prepare before heading to the polls. The website provides registered voters with an up-to-date list of locations. All…

Voting Equipment Gets Pre-Election Test

Election workers have been busy the past few days with big preparations in Harrison County. Ballots, signs to show people where to vote, and election machines were loaded up and sent out to all the different precincts. Today, the election…

Absentee Ballot Glitch in Harrison County

A software glitch caused an extra absentee ballot to be sent out to a few people who already cast one in Harrison County. Election officials tell News 25 it will not affect the election tomorrow. A viewer called News 25…