CLARION LEDGER – Governor debate: Waller and Foster faceoff in Mississippi State event, but it won’t be televised
Two of three Republican candidates for Mississippi governor will debate Tuesday evening at Mississippi State — but you won’t be able to watch the event on television.
State Rep. Robert Foster, R-Hernando, and former state Supreme Court Chief Justice Bill Waller Jr. face off in the 6:30 p.m. event hosted by the university’s College Republicans. University officials ultimately canceled plans to allow WJTV-TV to air the event, though it will be livestreamed on Facebook.
A third Republican candidate in the race, Lt. Gov. Tate Reeves, declined to attend this first debate of the election season. His campaign told organizers he would not be able to attend because of legislative commitments, despite the legislative session ending Friday, about a week early.
WJTV – Hinds County Senator upset over ‘politically motivated’ Bond Bill
Mississippi drawing attention in DC for reforms
Great discussion at the White House today on criminal justice reform. Mississippi continues to the lead the way with the Fresh Start Act. @VanJones68 @MattBevin @SenMikeLee pic.twitter.com/vXxfsc3dTI
— Phil Bryant (@PhilBryantMS) April 1, 2019
Great to hear the President speak on the great success of the First Step Act. He credited Mississippi with helping lead the way in Criminal Justice Reform. pic.twitter.com/OaNtMr2RnA
— Phil Bryant (@PhilBryantMS) April 1, 2019
YP – Watkins & Eager welcomes former US Congressman Gregg Harper
Watkins & Eager is pleased to announce that former United States Congressman Gregg Harper has joined the firm as a member in its Jackson office.
“Gregg has represented Mississippi at the highest levels of government for a decade and brings a wealth of experience and relationships throughout Congress, the Administration, and around the State,” said James J. Crongeyer, Jr, Managing Member of Watkins & Eager. “Gregg’s experience and relationships in both Mississippi and Washington will further enhance our ability to serve clients at the state and federal levels. We are honored to have Gregg become a part of our firm.”
WXXV – Attorney General candidates Andy Taggart media tour on the Coast
Gov. Bryant thanks Legislature for support of aggressive agenda this session
Another successful legislative session in the books. Thank you to the Mississippi Senate and House of Representatives for helping to pass another aggressive legislative agenda. pic.twitter.com/Watbu1chQT
— Phil Bryant (@PhilBryantMS) April 1, 2019
WLOX / WLBT – Mississippi legislature works to strengthen human trafficking laws
Human trafficking is real and it’s closer than you may realize.
“It is happening and Mississippi is becoming more aware,” said Pearl Police Chief Dean Scott.
And that awareness is leading to changes to the state’s laws to better address the issue. Governor Bryant signed House Bill 571 last week. It was a bill pushed through by Speaker Philip Gunn.
“Any child below the age of 18 cannot be charged with prostitution,” said Speaker Gunn. “That then removes one obstacle of them coming forward and talking about what’s happening to them. If they were fearful of being charged with a crime, they are less likely to come forward.”
Wicker support Israeli sovereignty in Golan Heights
I support @realDonaldTrump’s recognition of Israeli sovereignty in the Golan Heights. Congress should make this acknowledgement permanent. #WickerReport https://t.co/NMbsbGosZs
— Senator Roger Wicker (@SenatorWicker) April 1, 2019
WDAM – Circuit Clerk clears confusion ahead of House District 101 runoff
In last month’s House District 101 special election, there was some confusion with who could vote and who couldn’t.
Lamar County Circuit Clerk Martin Hankins explains this is because of redistricting that happened back in 2014 when House District 87 was created…
…The runoff election between Kent McCarty and Steven Utroska for the house seat will be on Tuesday.
Congressman Guest sees US House pass first bill
Today, the House of Reps passed my bill, the Terrorist and Foreign Fighter Travel Exercise Act. This bill incorporates President Trump’s guidelines to improve our national security strategies to combat terrorism and builds a stronger defense system for the American people. pic.twitter.com/u4GaCBaNOD
— Congressman Michael Guest (@RepMichaelGuest) April 1, 2019
US House passes Congressman Thompson’s DHS ‘MORALE Act’
? NEWS ? Yesterday Chairman @BennieGThompson introduced the ‘DHS MORALE Act,’ which would help improve morale among the 240k DHS employees.
DHS recently ranked last among the 17 major Federal agencies in workforce morale.
Read more about the bill here: https://t.co/9iJNLf6IaG pic.twitter.com/CtcCZ1SJC6
— House Homeland Security Committee (@HomelandDems) March 1, 2019
WJTV – Local man advocates for “Death with Dignity” laws in Mississippi
