Mississippi voters face critical decision in judicial runoff elections

On November 26, 2024, Mississippi voters are participating in runoff elections for one Supreme Court seat and one Court of Appeals seat. This event follows the general election held on November 5, where candidates Jim Kitchens and Jenifer Branning for the Supreme Court and Amy St. Pe' and Jennifer Schloegel for the Court of Appeals advanced. Voter turnout is expected to be lower than usual due to the proximity of Thanksgiving. Kitchens is looking to secure a third term while Branning is challenging him with strong support from the Republican Party. The runoff elections are particularly noteworthy as they occur amidst a backdrop of differing political endorsements and candidates' contrasting judicial philosophies.