Mississippi voters are deciding between longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson and his 34-year-old Democratic primary challenger.
and serves as a ranking member on the House Homeland Security Committee, has held his seat for more than three decades. He is running against Evan Turnage , an antitrust lawyer who previously worked for top Democrats in Washington, and Pertis Herman Williams III, who has called for a new era of leadership.
who are hoping to oust older incumbents and usher in a new era. He has staked his candidacy on a message of economic populism and cast himself as a leader capable of understanding and regulating Big Tech and artificial intelligence. Turnage faces an uphill battle against Thompson, who has more than $1.5 million in his bank account. Since mid-December, Turnage's campaign has raised just over $200,000 and has a little under $40,000 left to spend.Marvin King, an associate professor of political science at the University of Mississippi, said Thompson's 17 terms in Congress have made him an institution in a state where voters tend to reelect incumbents. “He's basically been there like half of people's lives on average,” King said. “No other challenger has effectively shown why Bennie Thompson should be dethroned.” Thompson has faced a few meaningful challengers from both the right and left, but none of his races have been considered close, King said. The two are vying for control of Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District. The district stretches from the central part of the state west to the Mississippi River and is a majority Black Democratic stronghold in a state led mainly by Republicans. Given the district's demographic makeup, whoever wins the Democratic primary on Tuesday will likely succeed in November's general election., a military veteran and physician assistant, is running against Kevin Wilson, an oilman and county supervisor. Thompson previously defeated Eller in 2024, winning with 62% of the vote. Copyright 2026 The Associated Press. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed without permission.La tradición de las medallas que anuncia la llegada de Fiesta en San AntonioMcAllen father speaks to the media after being released from ICE Detention Center▶Watching for Storms West of San AntonioEl uniforme de los Texas Cavaliers: Tradición que camina con FiestaSan Antonio couple stops swerving car, helps save unconscious driver on Loop 410Videos show what led to ICE shooting of San Antonio man on South Padre Island last yearRescue prompts new pet safety initiative1 dead, 1 injured in West Side apartment shooting, SAPD saysSAPD officer honored for heroic actions in Stone OakWATCH: Street flooding on East Side surprises drivers after heavy rainfall in San AntonioHours-long TSA lines in TexasSan Antonio Pets Alive! issues urgent call for puppy fostersWhen will construction on South Alamo Street close?How to prepare for severe weatherAustin police release video from deadly Sixth Street mass shootingBaptist Health System’s hybrid operating room credited with saving 82-year-old patient’s lifeYearslong drought could be the final straw for South Texas farmers🦍 Congo Falls gorilla exhibit at San Antonio Zoo to open this weekend🔥 Feast at the hottest all-you-can-eat Asian fusion experience on San Antonio’s north side! 🥢🍣🦀🔥 Feast at the hottest all-you-can-eat Asian fusion experience on San Antonio’s north side! 🥢🍣🦀David Elder tries entrees, drinks and desserts at Salsita at the RimDavid Elder tries the Tres Leches Strawberry Matcha Latte from La Panaderia
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