Bennie G. Thompson
U.S. Representative · MS-2 · Democrat · Ranking Member, Homeland Security
Statements and posts
112 press releases, floor remarks and posts since Jan 3, 2025.
Activity, last 12 weeks
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8 statements
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HONORING MR. MAJOR JEWEL McDONALD
Mr. Speaker I rise today to honor Major Jewel McDonald of Louisville, Mississippi, a man whose life stands as a living testimony to faith, family, perseverence, and the enduring strength of the human spirit. Mr. McDonald was born on November 1, 1915, in Winston County, Mississippi, to Henry and…
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Honoring the Life, Service and Legacy of the Honorable Helen M. Johnson
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life and legacy of Mrs. Helen M. Johnson, a trailblazing public servant, entrepreneur, community leader, devoted matriarch, and woman of faith from Hollandale, Mississippi, who passed away on August 22, 2026. Helen was born on September 15, 1954, the…
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Honoring DR. Addie Miller, Superintendent of North Bolivar Consolidated School District
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Dr. Addie Carmichael Miller on her appointment as Superintendent of the North Bolivar Consolidated School District and to congratulate her as she begins this important new chapter of leadership. Effective July 1, 2026, Dr. Miller assumed leadership of North…
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Honoring Shelly "Shirley" Frazier
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable public servant, Shelly ``Shirley'' Frazier. Shelly Frazier is a 1973 graduate of North Natchez High School. She continued her education at Meadow-Draughon Business College in New Orleans, Louisiana, where she earned a degree in business administration…
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Honoring the Honorable Timmy L. Jamison
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Alderman Timmy L. Jamison of Marks, Mississippi, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, businessman, and longtime public servant whose life of hard work and compassion has lifted his community. Timmy Jamison was born to James and Annie Jamison of Marks,…
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Honoring DR. John A. Peoples, JR.
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Dr. John A. Peoples, Jr., a distinguished Mississippian, educator, veteran, and the sixth president of Jackson State University. A native of Starkville, Mississippi, Dr. Peoples served his country with distinction as a United States Marine during World War II. He…
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Honoring the Life, Service and Legacy of Calvin "Cal" Hobbs
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the life, legacy, military service and historic contributions of Calvin ``Cal'' Hobbs, a native of Winona, Mississippi, a distinguished member of the Tuskegee Airmen, and a proud American whose life was devoted to service, excellence, and inspiring future…
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Honoring Everett Timothy Sanders
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable servant, Everett Timothy Sanders. Everett Timothy Sanders, ex resident of Jackson, Mississippi, graduated from Lanier High School and Tougaloo College with a Bachelor of Arts Degree in 1968. Following graduation from college, he enrolled in the…
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