Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat, celebrates with nearly 1,000 supporters
Scott Colom celebrated his election as Mississippi's senator-elect at a historic victory party on Saturday. Nearly a thousand supporters gathered at Tougaloo College, with attendees spanning generations, reflecting on the significance of the moment. Colom emphasized unity and the importance of civil rights heroes, marking a pivotal shift in Mississippi's political landscape after decades.
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Published 12 Nov 2026, 06:47 UTC · Updated 12 Nov 2026, 07:10 UTC
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