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2026 Race · Mississippi

U.S. Senate

3 candidates on record · incumbent running

The 2026 election for U.S. Senate in Mississippi is scheduled for November 3, 2026. 3 candidates are on record: Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican), Scott Colom (Democratic), and Ty Pinkins (Independent). The seat is currently held by Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican), who has served since April 2018, and the incumbent is on the ballot.

Cindy Hyde-Smith

RepublicanIncumbent

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Policy Positions

Economy & Jobs
Cindy Hyde-Smith's position on the economy and jobs is to prioritize advancing policies that allow American businesses to invest, hire, and grow. That means building on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, reducing burdensome federal regulations, strengthening our workforce, expanding trade opportunities for our farmers and manufacturers, and investing in reliable infrastructure that supports commerce. She also fights for energy independence and regulatory certainty so businesses have the confidence to create good-paying jobs and keep our economy competitive. She believes that when Mississippi businesses succeed, Mississippi families succeed.
Immigration & Border Security
Cindy Hyde-Smith's position on immigration & border security is simple. Close the border and allow immigrants into the country through legal means. Anyone found to be in America illegally should be removed.
Guns & Second Amendment
Cindy Hyde-Smith's position on guns & the Second Amendment is simple. She believes everyone has the legal right to keep and bear arms.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Cindy Hyde-Smith is the chairwoman of the "Pro-Life Caucus" in the U.S. Senate. She also has consistently received an A+ rating from the Susan B. Anthony Pro-Life America organization. Cindy is a steadfast leader in the movement to protect the unborn.
Foreign Policy & National Security
Mississippi is a leader in national defense manufacturing. In her role on the Appropriations Subcommittee for Defense, Senator Hyde-Smith wields her seniority to benefit her state and ensure our national security industrial base is secure. She champions President Reagan's "Peace Through Strength" mantra.

Endorsements

  • President Donald J. Trump
  • U.S. Senator Roger F. Wicker
  • U.S. Representative Trent Kelly
  • U.S. Representative Michael Guest
  • U.S. Representative Mike Ezell
  • Governor Tate Reeves (MS)
  • Lt. Governor Delbert Hosemann (MS)
  • Attorney General Lynn Fitch (MS)
  • Auditor Shad White (MS)
  • Treasurer David McRae (MS)
  • Agriculture & Commerce Commissioner Andy Gipson (MS)
  • Susan B. Anthony America
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce
  • National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB)

Candidate Q&A

What has Cindy Hyde-Smith done for rural healthcare?

Cindy Hyde-Smith recently pushed through a $50 billion spending package to benefit rural hospitals in every U.S. state. Her home state of Mississippi received $1 billion of that to keep struggling hospitals' doors open and providing care.

Is Cindy Hyde-Smith corrupt?

No, Senator Hyde-Smith is not corrupt. That is a baseless accusation leveled by her opponent. There is no evidence to back his claim.

Scott Colom

Democratic

Public Record Profile

Ty Pinkins

Independent

Public Record Profile

Incumbent's record this term

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Cindy Hyde-Smith

Republican · Since April 2018

Committee assignments[congress.gov]

  • Joint Committee of Congress on the Library
  • Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry
  • Appropriations

Recent legislation sponsored[congress.gov]

  • S.4805

    Save Our Shrimpers Act

  • S.3878

    A bill to establish the Grand Village of the Natchez Indians and Jefferson College as affiliated areas of...

2026 Mississippi U.S. Senate — Questions & Answers

Who is running for U.S. Senate in Mississippi in 2026?

Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican), Scott Colom (Democratic), and Ty Pinkins (Independent). Cindy Hyde-Smith is the incumbent.

When is the 2026 Mississippi U.S. Senate election?

The general election is November 3, 2026. Voter registration deadlines are set by Mississippi and are listed at vote.gov.

Who currently holds this seat?

Cindy Hyde-Smith, a Republican, currently represents Mississippi, serving since April 2018.

What committees does Cindy Hyde-Smith serve on?

Cindy Hyde-Smith serves on Joint Committee of Congress on the Library, Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry, and Senate Committee on Appropriations. Committee assignments are sourced from congress.gov.