Political Analyst Howie Morgan discusses Senate races
Political Analyst Howie Morgan is on set and discusses the 2020 Senate races across the country.
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Senate rematch as Hyde-Smith faces off against Espy
Democrat Mike Espy is trying to unseat Republican U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi by labeling her “Confederate Cindy” and saying she’s out of touch with voters in a diverse state. If elected, he would be Mississippi’s…
Senate GOP to push Barrett forward over Dem boycott of vote
Democrats are planning to boycott the session, but they don’t have the votes to stop Barrett’s ascent.
Senate Candidate Mike Espy holds meet and greet in Gulfport
Senate Candidate Mike Espy made his way through the Magnolia State for meet and greets Saturday. Espy ultimately stopped in Gulfport where he was met with nearly 150 supporters. Local officials spoke to the crowd before handing the mic off…
Mississippi lawmakers resolve budget for Department of Marine Resources
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — The Mississippi Legislature has set a budget for the state Department of Marine Resources. The House and Senate voted on Monday, weeks after the state budget year started on July…
Legislators vote to override governor’s veto of education bill
Mississippi legislators returned to the capitol today to finish the final part of a state spending plan for the budget year that began July 1st. Governor Tate Reeves on July 8th vetoed big parts of the education budget because legislators…
Mississippi lawmakers returning to work on state budget
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi legislators are returning to the Capitol to deal with the unfinished state budget as leaders are clashing with Republican Gov. Tate Reeves. The House and Senate will convene Monday.…
State Legislature to reconvene Tuesday; economy is on agenda
Mississippi senators will receive a full briefing on the economic outlook of Mississippi and revenue projections when the 2020 Legislative Session reconvenes next week, according to a press release from Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann. State Economist Dr. Darrin Webb and…
Senate unanimously passes $2.2 trillion coronavirus aid plan, largest economic relief bill in U.S. history
WASHINGTON (WXXV) — The U.S Senate passed a $2.2 trillion coronavirus relief package late Wednesday night. The vote was unanimous, 96–0. The economic rescue package will steer aid to businesses, workers and health care systems engulfed by the COVID-19 pandemic.…
Steven Palazzo has won the U.S. House of Rep. seat for the 4th Congressional District
Steven Palazzo has won the U. S House of Representatives seat for the fourth congressional district. He defeated Carl Boyanton, Robert L. Deming III, and Samuel Hickman. There is no democratic opposition for this race.
Primaries for federal offices in Mississippi to be held Tuesday
By EMILY WAGSTER PETTUS Associated Press JACKSON, Miss. (AP) — Mississippi voters are choosing Democratic and Republican nominees for federal offices. Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday. Voters in the primaries must show government-issued photo IDs.…
Mississippi Primary Election: Candidates for the United States Senate
It’s almost time to raise your voice as Mississippi’s Primary Elections are tomorrow. Voters will see 2020 presidential candidates as well as candidates for the congressional race. As elections inch closer and closer, candidates continue to campaign. Incumbent Republican Senator…
Not Guilty: Split Senate acquits Trump of impeachment
By LISA MASCARO and MARY CLARE JALONICK Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. Senate has acquitted President Donald Trump of impeachment, ending only the third presidential trial in American history with votes that split the country and tested civic…
Scott Delano has won the District 50 Senate seat
Scott Delano has defeated Dixie Newman in the special election for Senate District 50. Delano won with 52 percent of the votes.
Dixie Newman officially wins District 50 Senate Seat race
Dixie Newman has officially been declared the winner by one vote in the Senate 50 District race over Scott Delano. The Republican executive committee has certified the results of the August 6th primary. This comes after days of anticipation for…
State Senate race results
Philip Moran has won the match-up for State Senate 46. Moran won with 58.70 percent of the vote. Mike Thompson has won the Republican nomination for State Senate 48. Thompson won with 58.95 percent of the vote. He will face…
Dixie Newman holds free fish fry
A Biloxi City councilwoman is using an old school method in her bid to meet face-to-face with her constituents as she campaigns for state office. Ward 3 City Councilwoman and Mississippi State Senate candidate Dixie Newman held a free fish…
TEACHER PAY RAISE PASSES SENATE
The State Senate is staying true to their word in making education a priority. A pay increase was passed for teachers, teacher assistants, librarians, and counselors. More than 35- thousand educators would be paid $1000 more yearly if the bill…
SENATE PASSES BILL BANNING ABORTIONS WHEN FETAL HEARTBEAT DETECTED
The State Senate today passed legislation that prohibits abortion in cases where a fetal heartbeat is detected. Senate bill 2116, which provides an exemption for cases of medical emergencies, heads to the house for consideration. Lt. Governor Tate reeves issued…
Mississippi Legislation Deadline
Tuesday was the final day for committees to act on general bills originating in their own chamber. As Mississippi lawmakers have reached their first three-month session deadline, here’s some of the bills set to advance to the full House or…
Mississippi Legislature deadline
Mississippi lawmakers have reached their first three-month session deadline. Tuesday was the final day for committees to act on general bills originated in their own chamber. Surviving bills will move to the full House or Senate for debate. Here’s a…
Hyde-Smith defeats Espy in senate race
When Thad Cochran stepped down from his Senate seat in March it left a spot open to fill his shoes. Cindy Hyde-Smith was appointed by the governor shortly after. Now, nearly eight months later, she can officially stay in that…
Cindy Hyde-Smith wins runoff election
Cindy Hyde-Smith has defeated Democrat Mike Espy in the 2018 U.S. Senate special election runoff. Image License Photo: United States Senate License Link
Voters cast their ballots in special election
Mississippians took to the polls again today to vote in the special election in the U.S. Senate race. On the ballot for that Senate seat, voters will see the face-off between Republican Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith and Democrat Mike Espy. It’s…