Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves Re-elected Despite Controversy and Ballot Shortages in Majority-Black Areas

Second-term win for Reeves despite allegations of ballot shortages in majority-Black Hinds County and political strife over healthcare, teacher pay, and welfare fund controversies.

Despite being dubbed as one of the most unpopular governors in the U.S., Tate Reeves won a five-point margin against his Democratic opponent, Brandon Presley, securing a second term as the Governor of Mississippi.
Reeves' re-election occurred amid allegations of ballot shortages in majority-Black Hinds County, which resulted in a judge-order to extend polling for another hour.
Reeves ran on a conservative platform, praising the state's low unemployment rate, tax cuts he had passed, and significant improvements in public school reading scores, known as the 'Mississippi miracle.'
Reeves' first term was riddled with controversy, including criticisms over his failure to act on aging infrastructure resulting in water shortages, his initial opposition to removing the Confederate emblem from the state flag, and his impact on the state's healthcare system.
Reeves' victory signals a continuation of the Republican stronghold on Mississippi politics, dashing hopes for Medicaid expansion and better relations with the Black community.