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JACKSON, Miss. — The Mississippi Democratic Party today announced the list of Democratic candidates who have officially qualified to run in the 2026 Democratic primary election for federal offices.

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“These candidates represent a broad cross-section of Mississippi — leaders, advocates, and public servants who are stepping forward to fight for working families, strong public schools, accessible health care, and a government that works for everyone,” said Mississippi Democratic Party Chairman Cheikh Taylor in a statement. “We are proud to support a competitive and transparent primary process and to present voters with a strong slate of qualified Democratic candidates.”

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The following candidates have met all qualifying requirements for the 2026 Democratic primary:

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United States Senate

Scott Colom

Priscilla W. Till

Albert R. Littell

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U.S. House of Representatives – District 1

Cliff Johnson

Kelvin Buck

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U.S. House of Representatives – District 2

Bennie G. Thompson

Evan Littleton Turnage

Pertis Herman Williams III

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U.S. House of Representatives – District 3

Michael A. Chiaradio

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U.S. House of Representatives – District 4

Jeffrey Hulum III

D. Ryan Grover

Paul James Blackman

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The Mississippi Democratic Party encourages voters to stay engaged throughout the primary process and to learn more about the candidates and the issues at stake in the 2026 election.