Mississippi Federal Elections 2026

Explore all federal election races in Mississippi for 2026. Compare candidate positions, review voting records, and make an informed decision.

Races in Mississippi

Candidates

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Mississippi

2 races tracked

Election Schedule

  • Senate Class 2 — Next election: 2026 UP IN 2026
  • 4 congressional districts — All up in every even-year election UP IN 2026
  • Governor — Next election: 2027 Not up until 2027
  • Next presidential election: 2028 Not up until 2028
  • Senate Class 1 — Next election: 2030 Not up until 2030

2026 Active Races

CH
U.S. SenateActiveNov 3, 2026
U.S. Senate
Safe R
TP
Ty PinkinsIvs
SC
Scott ColomDvs
CH
Cindy Hyde-SmithR
📊 Limited polling data available. June 2025 SPLC poll showed 38% would reelect Hyde-Smith vs 46% preferring someone else. No recent general election polls between candidates available.— SPLC Action Fund, 2025-06-22
Mississippi is a heavily Republican-leaning state where Trump won by 24 points in 2024. This seat is considered safe Republican, but retaining Senate majority depends on competitive races elsewhere.
Last updated: Apr 6, 2026

In Office

Tate Reeves
GovernorRNext: 2027
Tate Reeves
Safe R
Mississippi will elect a new governor in 2027 as Reeves is term-limited. The race will test whether Mississippi's Republican dominance persists in a deep-red state where Democrats have not won a statewide office in over 20 years. Multiple prominent Republicans are competing for the nomination, suggesting a crowded primary.
Last updated: Apr 10, 2026