These are the general-election candidates on Mississippi's ballot for November 3, 2026, by office and party, following the state's primary. This guide covers statewide offices and U.S. House races. It is nonpartisan and factual. See the Mississippi 2026 overview for the fuller picture.
U.S. Senate
Cindy Hyde-Smith RepublicanIncumbent
Scott Colom Democratic
Ty Pinkins Independent
U.S. House, District 1
Trent Kelly RepublicanIncumbent
Cliff Johnson III Democratic
U.S. House, District 2
Bennie Thompson DemocraticIncumbent
Ron Eller Republican
Bennie Foster Jr. Independent
U.S. House, District 3
Michael Guest RepublicanIncumbent
Michael Chiaradio Democratic
Erik Kiehle Libertarian
U.S. House, District 4
Mike Ezell RepublicanIncumbent
Jeffrey Hulum III Democratic
Carl Boyanton Independent
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Also on the Mississippi ballot
Beyond the statewide and congressional races above, Mississippi voters also decide state legislative races and county and municipal offices, which appear on local ballots, along with any statewide ballot measures.
How to vote in Mississippi
The general election is November 3, 2026. On Election Day, polls in Mississippi are open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST. Confirm your registration, polling place, and mail-ballot options at Vote.org and your state election office. Getting your supporters to turn out is what decides the closest races.
Frequently asked questions
Who is running in Mississippi in 2026?
U.S. Senate: Cindy Hyde-Smith (Republican), Scott Colom (Democratic), Ty Pinkins (Independent). Every voter also decides state legislative and local races on their ballot.
What time do polls open and close in Mississippi on Election Day?
On Election Day, polls in Mississippi are open 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM CST.
When is the Mississippi election in 2026?
The general election is November 3, 2026, following the state's 2026 primary.
Candidate information reflects the general-election ballot as of the date above, drawn from nonpartisan sources including The Green Papers and state election authorities. Verify the final ballot with your local election office.
Keep reading: Mississippi 2026 elections and the 2026 midterms are a turnout election.