Mississippi GOP Endorses 3 Judicial Candidates
The Mississippi Republican Party endorsed three candidates running for judicial offices in the Mississippi Supreme Court and the Court of Appeals. Supreme Court Candidates: Kenny Griffis, District 1, Place 3 Dawn Beam, District 2, Place 2 Court of Appeals Candidate: Jack Wilson, District 3, Place 1 Judge Kenny Griffis currently …
Speaker Gunn Appoints New Appropriations Chairman
Speaker Philip Gunn has appointed Rep. John Read, R-Gautier, as the new Chairman of Appropriations in the House of Representatives. “John has more experience and knowledge of the appropriations process than anyone in the House of Representatives,” Speaker Philip Gunn said in a press release. “He has 25 years of …
Why Did Trump Come to Mississippi, Anyway?
It's convenient to presume that Mississippi will bleed red on Election Day, but if that's true, then a fair question follows. Why would Donald Trump waste time and resources stopping in Jackson, Miss., this evening for a $1,000 per ticket fundraiser and rally? Polling done in Mississippi this presidential year …
Gibbs, Green Head to Run-Off in District 72 Special Election
The House District 72 special election will head to a run-off between Debra Gibbs and Synarus Green on Sep. 13. Election results from a Hinds County Election Commission spokeswoman are as follows: Synarus Green-642 Debra Gibbs-641 Theresa Kennedy-169 Shae Buchanon-Williams-138 Either Gibbs or Green will replace attorney Kimberly Campbell and …
MAE Endorses Green for District 72 Special Election
The Mississippi Association of Educators has endorsed Synarus Green in the District 72 House of Representatives special election. "For generations, the Mississippi Association of Educators has worked to build opportunities for the people and communities they serve," Green said in a press statement. "I'm honored to have the support of …
Southern Living names Saltine a Best New Restaurant in the South
Southern Living magazine has named Saltine in Fondren one of the South's best new restaurants. The write-up begins: "You might not think Jackson, Mississippi, when you imagine robust oyster culture. And you might not expect to find a sleek eatery in a repurposed schoolhouse. But Jesse Houston has created such …
Secretary Hosemann Reaches $4.7 Million Settlement with Morgan Stanley
The Secretary of State reached a $4.7 million settlement with Morgan Stanley, after a years-long investigation into the Ridgeland branch office following complaints from customers who had investment accounts with financial representatives there. Morgan Stanley did not admit or deny the Secretary of State's allegations but has agreed to pay …
Donald J. Trump Set to Come to Jackson for Private Fundraiser
Republican presidential nominee Donald J. Trump is scheduled to be in Jackson next Wednesday, August 24, for a fundraising event supporting his campaign, a MS GOP press release states. Tickets for the event are being sold at an affordable $1,000 per ticket. The event begins at 6:00 PM, but the …
5th Circuit Denies Gov. Bryant's Motion for Stay in HB1523 Case
The U.S. 5th Circuit Court of Appeals has denied Gov. Phil Bryant and MDHS Executive Director John Davis' motions to stay the injunction that blocked House Bill 1523 from becoming law. Bryant and Davis asked the court to expedite their appeal, and that application was also denied. The 5th Circuit …
AG Hood Responds to DOJ Olmstead Lawsuit
Attorney General Jim Hood issued a statement in response to the DOJ Olmstead lawsuit, filed today in federal court. That statement is reproduced in full below. JACKSON— A lawsuit filed today by the U.S. Department of Justice against the state of Mississippi provides the most meaningful opportunity yet for leaders …
Town Hall with Dr. Kai Smith
In July, the JFP held a town hall meeting at Millsaps College with featured guest Kai Smith.
U.S. District Judge 'Passes Baton' on HB 1523 Case, Denies Stay Motion
U.S. District Judge Carlton Reeves has denied Gov. Phil Bryant and executive director of the Mississippi Department of Human Services John Davis' motion to stay the preliminary injunction Reeves initially issued, which blocked House Bill 1523 from becoming law. In his 6-page order, Reeves says that the state did not …
Jackson Man Arrested for Conspiracy, Bribery of Hinds County Assistant DA
VERBATIM:Attorney General Jim Hood announced today that a Jackson man was arrested Friday for bribery of a public official and conspiracy following a joint investigation by the Attorney General’s Office and the FBI. Robert Henderson, 44, is accused of offering a former Hinds County assistant district attorney $500 in exchange …