Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Mississippi Votes Today for Senate and House Nominees

3/10/2026

50 4 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Mississippi voters are casting ballots today for nominees in the United States Senate and United States House of Representatives elections.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Voters must present valid photo ID.
Eligible voters must have registered at least 30 days prior.
If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote, a runoff will take place on April 7.

History

Historical Context

The Voting Rights Act of 1965, signed by President Lyndon B. Johnson on August 6, aimed to eliminate racial discrimination in voting, particularly in the Jim Crow South. By 1966, Black voter registration in Mississippi surged by 50%. Despite its initial success, subsequent Supreme Court rulings, including Shelby County v. Holder in 2013, weakened its provisions, raising ongoing concerns about electoral access and voter suppression.

1 of 2

Story summary

Mississippi voters are casting ballots today for nominees in the United States Senate and United States House of Representatives elections.
Polls are open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Voters must present valid photo ID.
Eligible voters must have registered at least 30 days prior.
If no candidate secures over 50% of the vote, a runoff will take place on April 7.

1 / 2