Mississippi Votes on Key Elections Nov. 5

On November 5, 2024, voters in Mississippi will participate in several significant elections, including those for the presidency, U.S. Senate, and U.S. House of Representatives. In the presidential race, incumbent Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris will face off against former Republican President Donald Trump, among others, for the state's six electoral votes. This election is notable as Mississippi has not voted for a Democrat since 1976, when Jimmy Carter was elected. Incumbent U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, a Republican who has served since 2007, is defending his seat against Democrat Ty Pinkins in what is expected to be a competitive race. The state's four congressional representatives, made up of three Republicans and one Democrat, will also be up for election, although their seats are considered safe. The voting process will see polls closing at 8 p.m. ET, with around 60% of the total votes expected to be reported by midnight. Previous voting trends show that Mississippi experienced a voter turnout of 61% during the 2020 presidential election. This time, early voting has seen a significant drop, with just 7% of totals cast before Election Day in 2022 compared to 18% in 2020. Voting history and demographic factors suggest that Mississippi will likely continue leaning Republican in both local and national elections. As Election Day approaches, attention will focus on how the high-profile races in Mississippi, particularly the presidential election and U.S. Senate challenge, reflect broader national trends in voter sentiment and party allegiance.