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U.S. Senate, Mississippi
General election
Election details
Filing deadline: Pending
Primary: March 10, 2026 General: November 3, 2026
How to vote
Poll times: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Voting in Mississippi
Race ratings
Cook Political Report: Solid Republican DDHQ and The Hill: Pending Inside Elections: Solid Republican Sabato's Crystal Ball: Safe Republican
Ballotpedia analysis
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Voters in Mississippi will elect one member to the U.S. Senate in the general election on November 3, 2026. The election will fill the Class II Senate seat held by Cindy Hyde-Smith (R), who first took office in 2018. To learn more about other elections on the ballot, click here.

Candidates and election results

Note: The following list includes official candidates only. Ballotpedia defines official candidates as people who:

• Register with a federal or state campaign finance agency before the candidate filing deadline
• Appear on candidate lists released by government election agencies

Note: At this time, Ballotpedia is combining all declared candidates for this election into one list under a general election heading. As primary election dates are published, this information will be updated to separate general election candidates from primary candidates as appropriate.

General election

The general election will occur on November 3, 2026.

General election for U.S. Senate Mississippi

The following candidates are running in the general election for U.S. Senate Mississippi on November 3, 2026.

		Candidate
		Cindy Hyde-Smith (R)
	Submit photo	Scott Colom (D)
	Submit photo	Albert Littell (D)
		Sarah Adlakha (R)
		Andrew S. Smith (R)
		Ty Pinkins (Independent)

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Candidate profiles

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Sarah Adlakha

Party: Republican Party

Incumbent: No

Political Office: None

Submitted Biography:  "Sarah is a physician, an author, a business developer, and a mother. Her unique background blends medical expertise with a business mindset, equipping her to address the complex challenges facing Mississippi families. Sarah believes in the power of collaboration and is dedicated to representing the voices of her constituents, ensuring that their needs and concerns are at the forefront of her campaign. With a vision for a healthier, more prosperous future, Sarah Adlakha is ready to lead Mississippi into a new era of progress and opportunity."

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Key Messages

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Sarah brings a unique perspective to healthcare challenges in Mississippi, drawing from her experiences as a physician, a mother of a special needs daughter, and a mother of a teenage daughter treated for thyroid cancer. Her firsthand encounters with the complexities of the healthcare system have shaped her understanding of the obstacles many families face. She understands that improving healthcare access and affordability is not just a policy issue; it is a matter of life and death for families like hers. With her medical expertise and personal experiences, Sarah Adlakha is committed to championing changes that will create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system for all Mississippians.

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In order to boost Mississippi's economy, Sarah believes the state must lean on strong business models, innovative educational programs, and a robust tourism industry. Her experience in real estate development and finance equips her with the knowledge to craft policies that encourage private sector growth while minimizing government interference. By focusing on pro-business policies, reducing taxes, and eliminating unnecessary regulations, Mississippi can foster an environment where local businesses thrive. Coupled with a workforce educated in key sectors such as healthcare, technology, and energy, the state will be well-positioned to grow and compete on the national level.

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Sarah recognizes the importance of a robust defense infrastructure, not only for safeguarding our nation but also for fostering economic growth and job creation within Mississippi. The state is home to several key military installations, including Keesler Air Force Base and the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport. Additionally, Mississippi’s Ingalls Shipbuilding, located in Pascagoula, plays a crucial role in the construction of naval vessels, making it a vital asset to both our state's economy and our national defense strategy. Strengthening our national defense ensures these facilities remain vital contributors to our local economies, providing stable employment and supporting businesses throughout the region.

Voting information

See also: Voting in Mississippi

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Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey responses

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Survey responses from candidates in this race

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Please list below 3 key messages of your campaign. What are the main points you want voters to remember about your goals for your time in office?

Sarah Adlakha (R)

Sarah brings a unique perspective to healthcare challenges in Mississippi, drawing from her experiences as a physician, a mother of a special needs daughter, and a mother of a teenage daughter treated for thyroid cancer. Her firsthand encounters with the complexities of the healthcare system have shaped her understanding of the obstacles many families face. She understands that improving healthcare access and affordability is not just a policy issue; it is a matter of life and death for families like hers. With her medical expertise and personal experiences, Sarah Adlakha is committed to championing changes that will create a more compassionate and effective healthcare system for all Mississippians.

In order to boost Mississippi's economy, Sarah believes the state must lean on strong business models, innovative educational programs, and a robust tourism industry. Her experience in real estate development and finance equips her with the knowledge to craft policies that encourage private sector growth while minimizing government interference. By focusing on pro-business policies, reducing taxes, and eliminating unnecessary regulations, Mississippi can foster an environment where local businesses thrive. Coupled with a workforce educated in key sectors such as healthcare, technology, and energy, the state will be well-positioned to grow and compete on the national level.

Sarah recognizes the importance of a robust defense infrastructure, not only for safeguarding our nation but also for fostering economic growth and job creation within Mississippi. The state is home to several key military installations, including Keesler Air Force Base and the Naval Construction Battalion Center in Gulfport. Additionally, Mississippi’s Ingalls Shipbuilding, located in Pascagoula, plays a crucial role in the construction of naval vessels, making it a vital asset to both our state's economy and our national defense strategy. Strengthening our national defense ensures these facilities remain vital contributors to our local economies, providing stable employment and supporting businesses throughout the region.

What areas of public policy are you personally passionate about?

Sarah Adlakha (R)

Sarah's goal is to serve Mississippi in a way that uplifts every community, fights for better healthcare access, improves education, and fosters economic growth.​​

Do you believe that it’s beneficial for senators to have previous experience in government or politics?

Sarah Adlakha (R)

You don’t need a background in politics to serve in the U.S. Senate; you need a backbone. Career politicians have had their turn, and what we’re left with is a broken system that’s more focused on reelection than results. Sarah has spent her life in the real world building businesses, managing healthcare, and raising a family. Her experience matters more than political games. Washington needs more courage and common sense, not more of the same.

Tell us your favorite joke.

Sarah Adlakha (R)

Politicians and diapers have one thing in common. They should both be changed regularly, and for the same reason.

You can ask candidates in this race to fill out the survey by clicking their names below:

• Albert Littell
• Andrew S. Smith
• Cindy Hyde-Smith
• Scott Colom
• Ty Pinkins

Campaign finance

Name	Party	Receipts*	Disbursements**	Cash on hand	Date
Cindy Hyde-Smith	Republican Party	$2,868,684	$1,582,925	$1,454,301	As of June 30, 2025
Scott Colom	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Albert Littell	Democratic Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Sarah Adlakha	Republican Party	$201,126	$409	$200,717	As of June 30, 2025
Andrew S. Smith	Republican Party	$0	$0	$0	Data not available***
Ty Pinkins	Independent	$39,340	$39,564	$5,392	As of June 30, 2025
Source: Federal Elections Commission, "Campaign finance data," 2026. This product uses the openFEC API but is not endorsed or certified by the Federal Election Commission (FEC). * According to the FEC, "Receipts are anything of value (money, goods, services or property) received by a political committee." ** According to the FEC, a disbursement "is a purchase, payment, distribution, loan, advance, deposit or gift of money or anything of value to influence a federal election," plus other kinds of payments not made to influence a federal election. *** Candidate either did not report any receipts or disbursements to the FEC, or Ballotpedia did not find an FEC candidate ID.

General election race ratings

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Ballotpedia provides race ratings from four outlets: The Cook Political Report, Inside Elections, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and DDHQ/The Hill. Each race rating indicates if one party is perceived to have an advantage in the race and, if so, the degree of advantage:

• Safe and Solid ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge and the race is not competitive.
• Likely ratings indicate that one party has a clear edge, but an upset is possible.
• Lean ratings indicate that one party has a small edge, but the race is competitive.
• Toss-up ratings indicate that neither party has an advantage.

Race ratings are informed by a number of factors, including polling, candidate quality, and election result history in the race's district or state.

Race ratings: U.S. Senate election in Mississippi, 2026
Race tracker	Race ratings
	9/9/2025	9/2/2025	8/26/2025	8/19/2025
The Cook Political Report with Amy Walter	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Decision Desk HQ and The Hill	Pending	Pending	Pending	Pending
Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican	Solid Republican
Larry J. Sabato's Crystal Ball	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican	Safe Republican
Note: Ballotpedia reviews external race ratings every week throughout the election season and posts weekly updates even if the media outlets have not revised their ratings during that week.

Ballot access

This section will contain information on ballot access related to this state's elections when it is available.

Election history

The section below details election results for this state's U.S. Senate elections dating back to 2018.

2024

See also: United States Senate election in Mississippi, 2024

General election

General election for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Roger Wicker defeated Ty Pinkins in the general election for U.S. Senate Mississippi on November 5, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Roger Wicker (R)	62.8	763,420
		Ty Pinkins (D)	37.2	451,981

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,215,401
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Ty Pinkins advanced from the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi on March 12, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Ty Pinkins	100.0	82,264

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 82,264
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Roger Wicker defeated Ghannon Burton and Dan Eubanks in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi on March 12, 2024.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Roger Wicker	61.4	152,086
		Ghannon Burton	24.8	61,387
		Dan Eubanks	13.8	34,238

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 247,711
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2020

General election

General election for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith defeated Mike Espy and Jimmy Edwards in the general election for U.S. Senate Mississippi on November 3, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Cindy Hyde-Smith (R)	54.1	709,511
		Mike Espy (D)	44.1	578,691
	Submit photo	Jimmy Edwards (L)	1.8	23,152

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 1,311,354
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Democratic primary election

Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Mike Espy defeated Tobey Bartee and Jensen Bohren in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi on March 10, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Mike Espy	93.1	250,496
		Tobey Bartee	4.1	11,148
		Jensen Bohren	2.7	7,345

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	There were no incumbents in this race. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 268,989
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Republican primary election

Republican primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Cindy Hyde-Smith advanced from the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Mississippi on March 10, 2020.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Cindy Hyde-Smith	100.0	235,463

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 235,463
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2018

General election

General election for U.S. Senate Mississippi

Incumbent Roger Wicker defeated David Baria, Danny Bedwell, and Shawn O'Hara in the general election for U.S. Senate Mississippi on November 6, 2018.

		Candidate	%	Votes
✔		Roger Wicker (R)	58.5	547,619
		David Baria (D)	39.5	369,567
		Danny Bedwell (L)	1.4	12,981
		Shawn O'Hara (Reform Party)	0.6	6,048

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	Incumbents are bolded and underlined. The results have been certified. Source	Total votes: 936,215 (100.00% precincts reporting)
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Election analysis

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See also

Mississippi	2026 primaries	2026 U.S. Congress elections
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Footnotes

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Mississippi's current delegation to the United States Congress

Senators

Cindy Hyde-Smith (R)

Roger Wicker (R)

Representatives

District 1

Trent Kelly (R)

District 2

Bennie Thompson (D)

District 3

Michael Guest (R)

District 4

Mike Ezell (R)

Republican Party (5)

Democratic Party (1)

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