Coverage dated March 10, 2026

Bennie Thompson wins Democratic primary

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Bennie Thompson, one of the longest-serving Democrats, faced a primary challenge from a millennial calling for change.

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Newsweek
Bennie Thompson wins Democratic primary (opens Newsweek)
Published Mar 10, 2026
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Bennie Thompson, one of the longest-serving Democrats, faced a primary challenge from a millennial calling for change.
New York Post
Longtime Mississippi Rep. Bennie Thompson, 78, defeats much younger Democratic opponent in primary election (opens New York Post)
Published Mar 10, 2026
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Longtime Rep. Bennie Thompson (D-Miss.) fended off a millennial Democratic challenger in Tuesday’s primary election for Mississippi’s 2nd Congressional District.
Washington Examiner
Bennie Thompson easily wins Democratic primary (opens Washington Examiner)
Published Mar 10, 2026
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Thompson, who has represented the district since 1993 and is 78, faced little opposition in the primary against a younger challenger.
WMUR
Longtime US Rep. Bennie Thompson defeats young Democratic challenger in Mississippi primary (opens WMUR)
Published Mar 10, 2026
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Longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson won the Democratic nomination for Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District on Tuesday, defeating two challengers.
Los Angeles Times
Longtime U.S. Rep. Bennie Thompson defeats young Democratic challenger in Mississippi primary (opens Los Angeles Times)
Published Mar 10, 2026
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The 78-year-old civil rights leader who chaired the House Jan. 6 Committee has held his seat for more than three decades and serves as a ranking member on the House Homeland Security Committee.