Mississippi Senate Race Remains Tight

The contest for Mississippi’s Senate position is fiercely competitive. Incumbent Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith, representing the Republican Party, is neck and neck with Democratic challenger Scott Colom. With 97 percent of the ballots counted, both candidates are nearly tied.

Historically, Mississippi has not elected a Democrat to the Senate since 1982. This historical trend aligns with the Cook Political Report’s assessment, which rates the seat as likely to remain Republican. Hyde-Smith, who took office in the Senate in 2018, previously secured a victory by a 10-point margin in the 2020 election.