Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves Inaugurated for Second Term

Reeves Expresses Concern About Young People Leaving the State in Inauguration Speech

Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves has been inaugurated for his second term, becoming the fourth governor in the state to win two consecutive terms.
Reeves, a Republican, won the election with nearly 51% of the vote, defeating Democrat Brandon Presley and independent Gwendolyn Gray.
During his campaign, Reeves focused on tax cuts, job creation, low unemployment, and improvements in education.
Reeves has previously served two terms as both treasurer and lieutenant governor of Mississippi.
During his inauguration speech, Reeves expressed concern about the trend of young people leaving Mississippi to pursue careers elsewhere, stating his desire to curb this trend.