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Mississippi: what's on the November 3, 2026 ballot

Every candidate below is listed alphabetically, with party shown as text only. Open a name for their stated positions, background and recent news, each with sources.

Key dates

• In-person absentee voting at the county Circuit Clerk's office (eligible excused voters only): September 19, 2026 to October 31, 2026. Mississippi has no early voting open to all voters. Offices are open weekdays 8 a.m.-5 p.m. and on Saturdays Oct. 24 and Oct. 31 from 8 a.m. to noon.
• Voter registration deadline (in person, or mail application postmarked by this date): October 5, 2026. The 30-day deadline fell on a Sunday, so it moved to Monday, Oct. 5. Online registration is not available.
• Mail-in absentee ballot must be postmarked by: November 3, 2026. Only eligible voters can vote by mail. There is no fixed deadline to request a ballot, so ask your Circuit Clerk early. Most applications must be notarized.
• Election Day: November 3, 2026. Polls are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Photo ID is required.

Official election information: Mississippi Secretary of State – Elections (Y'all Vote)

Who's running

Only the U.S. Senate and governor races are loaded so far. Other statewide offices, ballot measures, U.S. House and local races aren't loaded yet. Check your sample ballot for the full list.