presidential election

Kanye West makes presidential ballot in Mississippi

By LEAH WILLINGHAM Associated Press/ Report for America JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Kanye West will appear as a presidential candidate on Mississippi's ballot in November, after being approved as a qualified candidate by the State Board of Election Commissioners. The…

Mississippi among 6 states with presidential primary Tuesday

By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi Democrats are voting in a presidential primary that has been narrowed to three candidates. The state is awarding 36 Democratic delegates Tuesday. Former Vice President Joe Biden campaigned Sunday…

Trump Heading to Mississippi

Donald Trump is set to speak in Jackson today. This will be Trump’s third time to the state this year. Reports are the Republican presidential candidate will be in the Magnolia state trying to garner votes, but more importantly for…

Mark Everson on GOP Presidential Race

The presidential race was shaken up after two candidates announced their campaign suspension. Texas Senator Ted Cruz withdrew his candidacy on Tuesday. Ohio Governor John Kasich officially announced his campaign suspension this afternoon. This leaves Donald Trump as the sole…