{"database": "press", "table": "releases", "is_view": false, "human_description_en": "where chamber = \"House\", party = \"Democrat\" and state = \"MS\" sorted by date descending", "rows": [["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-marks-25th-anniversary-september-11-attacks", "Thompson Marks 25th Anniversary of the September 11 Attacks", "2026-09-11", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "(WASHINGTON) \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement on the 25th Anniversary of the September 11th, 2001 Attacks.\n\n\u201cTwenty-five years later, the pain of September 11th has not faded. We remember the nearly 3,000 people who were taken from their families and the extraordinary courage shown by first responders and ordinary citizens alike. The best way to honor them is to make sure our country never suffers a tragedy like that again.\n\n\u201cAfter 9/11, we worked across party lines to strengthen our homeland security. Today, those protections are being weakened as threats continue to evolve. Cutting national security staff, undermining cybersecurity, threatening TSA privatization, and withholding counterterrorism funding create dangerous security gaps. We should be working together to close gaps, not senselessly creating new ones.\n\n\u201cWe must be clear-eyed about the world we live in \u2013 and strive to uphold our American values as we seek to secure our people and our homeland. We owe it to the Americans who lost their lives on 9/11 to ensure our government is focused on the most pressing threats facing the Nation so that, together, we can help defend the homeland against them.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-09-12T09:02:30Z", "2026-09-12T09:03:27Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-more-13-million-federal-grants-delta", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $1.3 Million in Federal Grants for Delta State University", "2026-09-11", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $1.3 Million in Federal Grants for Delta State University", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-450000-federal-grant-support-maternal", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $450,000 Federal Grant to Support Maternal Health Care in Mississippi Delta", "2026-09-08", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, Miss. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced today that Delta Health Center, Inc. has been awarded $450,000 from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the Delta Region Maternal Care Coordination Program to support efforts to strengthen maternal health care coordination and improve access to critical health services for mothers and families throughout the Mississippi Delta.", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-757-million-grant-jackson-state", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $7.57 Million Grant to Jackson State University", "2026-09-02", "2026", "2026-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Bolton, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson announced today that the Department of War (DoW) has awarded $7,573,527 to Jackson State University (JSU) through the Historically Black Colleges and Universities and Minority-serving Institutions (HBCU/MI) Pilot Program.\n\nThe DoW HBCU/MI Program plays a significant role in enhancing the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) pipeline and increasing the research and educational capacity of HBCUs/MIs. The goals of the program are to: enhance research programs and capabilities in scientific and engineering disciplines critical to the national security functions of DoW; enhance the capacity of HBCUs/MIs to participate in DoW research programs and activities; and increase the number of graduates in STEM fields of importance to the defense mission.", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-450000-federal-award-ga-carmichael", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $450,000 Federal Award to G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center, Inc.", "2026-08-27", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $450,000 to G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center, Inc. through the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) to support the Delta Region Maternal Care Coordination Program.", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-827400-federal-education-grants", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $827,400 in Federal Education Grants for Mississippi Universities", "2026-08-26", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Education has awarded three Mississippi institutions of higher education a combined $827,400 in federal funding through the Educational Opportunity Centers (EOC) Program.\n\nThe grants will support programs designed to help individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds access and successfully pursue post-secondary education and training opportunities.\n\nThe awards include:", 1, "2026-09-17T09:52:05Z", "2026-09-17T09:53:00Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-500000-nsf-research-award-jackson", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $500,000 NSF Research Award for Jackson State University", "2026-08-18", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced today that Jackson State University (JSU) has been awarded $500,000 from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance research into next-generation materials with potential applications in solar energy, optoelectronics and medical imaging.\n\nThe three-year award, titled \u201cExcellence in Research: Backreaction of Electron Excitation/De-excitation on Perovskite Lattices, Light-Induced Defect Creation/Annihilation and Charge Trap States,\u201d is supported through the NSF Division of Materials Research and the HBCU Excellence in Research program. The project is scheduled to begin September 1, 2026, and continue through August 31, 2029.\n\nThe research will be led by Dr. Jian-Ge Zhou, a faculty member in JSU's Department of Chemistry, Physics and Atmospheric Sciences. Dr. Zhou's research focuses on computational materials science, renewable energy and the study of materials for energy and engineering applications.", 1, "2026-08-25T05:31:37Z", "2026-08-25T05:33:09Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-139000-federal-research-grant-jackson", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $139,000 Federal Research Grant for Jackson State University", "2026-08-13", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson today announced that Jackson State University (JSU) has received a $139,000 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) through the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) to support biomedical research and research training.\n\nThe grant will support JSU's project, \"Mass Spectrometry-Based Study of DNA Demethylation from an Excretion Perspective,\" led by Principal Investigator Dr. Liu Yiming. The award will advance research examining DNA demethylation using mass spectrometry-based approaches and support continued biomedical research at the university.", 1, "2026-08-25T05:31:37Z", "2026-08-25T05:33:09Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-more-224-million-federal-head-start", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $22.4 Million in Federal Head Start Funding for Mississippi's Second Congressional District", "2026-08-04", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $22,493,185 in federal funding to support Head Start and Early Head Start programs serving children and families throughout Mississippi's Second Congressional District.\n\nThe grants will strengthen early childhood education, expand access to comprehensive child development services, and provide critical support for working families across the Mississippi Delta.\n\nThe grants include:\n\nBolivar Community Action Agency, Inc. \u2013 $9,554,815 for Head Start Projects.\n\nWashington County Opportunities, Inc. \u2013 $2,051,418 for Head Start Projects.\n\nWashington County Opportunities, Inc. \u2013 $9,054,648 for Head Start Projects.\n\nWashington County Opportunities, Inc. \u2013 $1,832,304 for Early Head Start\u2013Child Care Partnerships.\n\nHead Start and Early Head Start programs provide high-quality early learning experiences while promoting children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. These programs also connect families with health care, nutrition, and community resources that foster long-term well-being.", 1, "2026-08-25T05:31:37Z", "2026-08-25T05:33:09Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-more-260000-department-justice-grants", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $260,000 in Department of Justice Grants to Strengthen Public Safety Across Mississippi's Second Congressional District", "2026-08-04", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson today announced that the U.S. Department of Justice's Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) has awarded $261,017 through the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program to support law enforcement agencies in Jackson, Vicksburg, Warren County, and Panola County.\n\nThe awards include:\n\nCity of Jackson \u2013 $223,638 to establish and expand the Jackson Police Department's unmanned aircraft system (UAS) program. The funding will support the purchase of two unmanned aircraft equipped with thermal imaging and advanced camera technology, along with software, licensing, maintenance, and officer training to improve real-time response, officer safety, and law enforcement operations.\n\nCity of Vicksburg \u2013 $20,156 to support collaborative law enforcement initiatives between the City of Vicksburg and Warren County. The project will fund specialized equipment and technology upgrades designed to improve field operations, enhance investigative documentation, increase officer protection, and strengthen proactive crime reduction efforts throughout the jurisdiction.\n\nPanola County Board of Supervisors \u2013 $17,223 to purchase essential law enforcement equipment needed to support the daily operations of the Panola County Sheriff's Department and enhance public safety services throughout the county.", 1, "2026-08-25T05:31:37Z", "2026-08-25T05:33:09Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-more-266-million-department-justice", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $2.66 Million in Department of Justice Grants to Support Victims of Domestic Violence and Sexual Assault in Mississippi", "2026-08-04", "2026", "2026-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson today announced that the Mississippi State Department of Health has been awarded more than $2.66 million from the U.S. Department of Justice's Office on Violence Against Women (OVW) to strengthen services for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking throughout Mississippi.\n\nThe federal funding includes two formula grants totaling $2,666,465 that will support victim services, improve coordination among criminal justice agencies, and enhance statewide efforts to prevent and respond to violence against women.\n\nThe awards include:", 1, "2026-08-25T05:31:37Z", "2026-08-25T05:33:09Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-statement-death-nolan-wells", "Congressman Thompson Statement on the Death of Nolan Wells", "2026-07-10", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, United States Representative Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cI join civil rights attorney Ben Crump and the Rev. Al Sharpton in their efforts to get all the information surrounding the circumstances of Nolan Wells' death.\n\n\u201cRumors continue to abound, and comments from local authorities have caused concern for many of us.\n\n\u201cI encourage local authorities to cooperate fully with the family of Nolan Wells so that no stone is left unturned in determining the facts and circumstances surrounding his death. Social media is full of videos that require local authorities to thoroughly investigate this situation. That is why a full and transparent investigation is so important.\n\n\u201cThe family of Nolan Wells deserves nothing less than the truth.\u201d", 1, "2026-07-11T07:10:48Z", "2026-07-11T07:14:29Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-more-16-million-federal-mental-health", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $1.6 Million in Federal Mental Health Funding for Mississippi", "2026-07-08", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded more than $1.6 million to Mississippi organizations to strengthen children's mental health services and expand behavioral health initiatives across the state.\n\nThe grant awards include:\n\nHinds County Mental Health Commission\n\n$710,256 for the Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances (SED) program.\n\nMississippi State Department of Mental Health\n\n$641,713 for the Comprehensive Community Mental Health Services for Children with Serious Emotional Disturbances (SED) program.\n\nMississippi State Department of Mental Health\n\n$315,783 for Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Projects of Regional and National Significance.\n\nThe funding is provided through the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services to support evidence-based behavioral health services, improve access to care, and strengthen community-based mental health programs for children and families.", 1, "2026-07-18T06:58:50Z", "2026-07-18T07:00:34Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-1-million-usda-rural-development-grant", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $1 Million USDA Rural Development Grant for Alcorn State University", "2026-07-02", "2026", "2026-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development has approved a $1,000,000 Community Facilities Grant for Alcorn State University.\n\nThe funding, made available through Fiscal Year 2024 Congressionally Directed Spending, will be used to renovate and equip computer labs, computational chemistry laboratories, business innovation labs, classrooms, faculty and staff offices, conference and meeting rooms, and study and collaboration spaces.", 1, "2026-07-18T06:58:50Z", "2026-07-18T07:00:34Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-fiscal-year-2026-nonprofit-security-grant", "Congressman Thompson Announces Fiscal Year 2026 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP)", "2026-06-26", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson announced Mississippi\u2019s open application period for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026. The NSGP offers funding for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities for eligible nonprofit organizations anywhere in the country that are at heightened risk of a terrorist attack.\n\nCongressman Thompson has been a champion of the NSGP. Under his leadership as chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congress passed the Securing American Nonprofit Organizations Against Terrorism Act (P.L. No: 116-108), which Congressman Thompson sponsored. This legislation formally authorized the NSGP, increased NSGP funding, and made funds available to nonprofit organizations located in rural and urban areas. In 2022, Congress enacted the Nonprofit Security Grant Program Improvement Act of 2022 (P.L. No: 117-263), which was also sponsored by Congressman Thompson. This legislation increased NSGP\u2019s funding, strengthened its impact and effectiveness, and ensured greater resources to protect nonprofit organizations across the nation.\n\n\u201cThe Nonprofit Security Grant Program provides vital support to nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship, enabling them to serve their communities free from fear and disruption. As violent threats against these institutions continue to rise at an alarming rate, it is essential that Federal resources remain available to strengthen security and ensure the safety of the communities they serve.\u201d", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-nearly-3-million-federal-grant-support", "Congressman Thompson\u00a0Announces Nearly $3 Million Federal Grant to Support Workforce Training and Reentry Services in Mississippi's Second Congressional District", "2026-06-25", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $2,999,999 to the West Jackson Community Development Corporation in Jackson, Mississippi, through the Reentry Employment in Skilled Trades, Advanced Manufacturing, Registered Apprenticeships, and Training (RESTART) Initiative.\n\nThe grant will support programs designed to help justice-involved individuals gain workforce readiness skills, receive training for in-demand careers, and secure meaningful employment opportunities. The RESTART Initiative serves ex-offenders across three populations: youth ages 15-17, young adults ages 18-24, and adults ages 25 and older.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-more-86-million-federal-funding-mississippi", "Congressman Thompson Announces More Than $8.6 Million in Federal Funding for Mississippi Early Childhood Education and Health Programs", "2026-06-18", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Thompson Announces More Than $8.6 Million in Federal Funding for Mississippi Early Childhood Education and Health Programs", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-head-start-grant-awards-mississippi", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Head Start Grant Awards for Mississippi Children and Families", "2026-06-01", "2026", "2026-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a total of $232,380 in federal funding to Mississippi Action for Progress, Inc. (MAP) to support Head Start programs serving children and families throughout Mississippi.\n\nThe grants will support the continuation of vital early childhood education, health, nutrition, and family support services provided through the Head Start program.\n\nThe awards include:\n\nHead Start Projects \u2013 $66,468 (Grant No. 04CH012405-03-01)\n\nHead Start Projects \u2013 $131,593 (Grant No. 04CH012001-06-02)\n\nHead Start Projects \u2013 $34,319 (Grant No. 04CH012922-02-01)\n\nHead Start is a federally funded program that promotes school readiness for children from low-income families through comprehensive education, health, nutrition, and parent engagement services.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:11:26Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-137000-faa-grant-winona-montgomery", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $137,000 FAA Grant for Winona-Montgomery County Airport", "2026-05-22", "2026", "2026-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that the Unites States Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has awarded a $137,000 Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) to the City of Winona and Montgomery County for improvements at the Winona-Montgomery County Airport.\n\nThe funding will support the construction of a new 5,000-square-foot non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage and maintenance. The project is designed to help the airport become more self-sustaining through increased revenue generation and improved operational capacity.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-more-295000-head-start-grants", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces More Than $295,000 in Head Start Grants for Mississippi", "2026-05-18", "2026", "2026-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $295,760 in federal grants to organizations in Mississippi to support Head Start and Head Start collaboration initiatives.\n\nThese grants will help strengthen early childhood education, family engagement, and school readiness services for children and families across Mississippi.\n\nGrant Awards", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-252719-awarded-community-health-center", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces $252,719 Awarded to Community Health Center to Support HIV Care Services", "2026-05-14", "2026", "2026-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a $252,719 federal grant to Aaron E. Henry Community Health Services Center, Inc. in Clarksdale.\n\nThe grant was awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, specifically the Title III Outpatient Early Intervention Services (EIS) Program. This program supports comprehensive outpatient primary health care and early intervention services for individuals living with HIV.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-235603-awarded-delta-regional-medical", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces $235,603 Awarded to Delta Regional Medical Center to Support HIV Care Services", "2026-05-13", "2026", "2026-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a $235,603 federal grant to Delta Regional Medical Center in Greenville.\n\nThe grant was awarded under the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program, Title III Outpatient Early Intervention Services (EIS) Program. This program supports comprehensive outpatient primary health care and early intervention services for individuals living with HIV.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-over-9-million-federal-aviation-grants", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Over $9 Million in Federal Aviation Grants for Mississippi Delta Airports", "2026-05-13", "2026", "2026-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS. \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson today announced that the Federal Aviation Administration has awarded four Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) grants totaling $8,995,425 to support critical infrastructure improvements at airports across Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District.\n\nThe grants will fund runway rehabilitation, taxiway improvements, helicopter apron construction, and a new aircraft hangar to enhance safety, improve airport operations, and strengthen economic development opportunities throughout the Mississippi Delta.\n\nGrant Awards\n\nTunica Municipal Airport \u2014 $6,788,600\n\nTunica County and the Tunica County Airport Commission will use the grant funds towards the final phase of construction to rehabilitate 7,000 feet of Runway 17/35. The project will maintain the runway\u2019s structural integrity, reduce foreign object debris, and extend its useful life.\n\nGreenville Mid-Delta Airport \u2014 $1,795,310\n\nThe City of Greenville will use the grant funds towards the final phase of construction to rehabilitate 2,000 feet of Taxiway B. The improvements will preserve pavement integrity, reduce foreign object debris, and extend the taxiway\u2019s useful life.\n\nBelzoni Municipal Airport \u2014 $103,835\n\nThe City of Belzoni will use the grant funds to construct 278 square yards of new helicopter parking apron to accommodate additional aircraft operations.\n\nWinona-Montgomery County Airport \u2014 $307,680\n\nThe City of Winona and Montgomery County will use the grant funds to help construct a new 5,000-square-foot non-exclusive use hangar for aircraft storage and maintenance. The hangar will generate revenue and support the airport\u2019s long-term financial sustainability.\n\nThe grants are administered by the Federal Aviation Administration through the Airport Improvement Program, which provides funding to improve the safety, capacity, security, and environmental performance of the nation\u2019s public-use airports.\n\nCongressman Bennie Thompson remains committed to securing federal investments that enhance infrastructure, promote economic growth, and improve the quality of life for residents throughout Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:21:02Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-statement-louisiana-v-callais-supreme-court-decision", "Congressman Thompson Statement on Louisiana v. Callais Supreme Court Decision", "2026-04-29", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement regarding the Supreme Court\u2019s decision in Louisiana v. Callis.\n\n\u201cToday\u2019s decision from the Supreme Court of the United States is a direct assault on the voting rights movement. The decision represents a significant erosion of voting protections and a dangerous rollback of the Voting Rights Act.\n\n\u201cFor decades, Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act has been a cornerstone of voting rights law, prohibiting racial discrimination in voting. The decision defies longstanding legislative intent. This decision also dishonors the legacy of voting rights activists, some of whom paid the ultimate sacrifice for citizens of our state to have equal representation and to participate in fair elections.", 1, "2026-06-27T21:44:12Z", "2026-06-27T22:19:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-statement-regarding-trumps-justice-department-effort", "Congressman Thompson Statement Regarding the Trump\u2019s Justice Department Effort to Vacate January 6 Seditious Conspiracy Convictions", "2026-04-14", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement regarding the Justice Department\u2019s Effort to Vacate January 6 Seditious Conspiracy Convictions:\n\n\u201cIt is completely heinous for the Trump administration to attempt to erase seditious conspiracy convictions from those who attacked our democracy and the United States Capitol on January 6. Not only does it attempt to rewrite history, it completely subverts the rule of law.", 1, "2026-06-27T06:16:17Z", "2026-06-27T06:17:30Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-367620-awarded-central-mississippi-civic", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces $367,620 Awarded to The Central Mississippi Civic Improvement Association, Inc.", "2026-04-08", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a federal grant in the amount of $367,620 through the H49 Healthy Start Initiative to support critical maternal and child health services to the Central Mississippi Civic Improvement Association, Inc. This funding will support efforts to improve health outcomes for mothers, infants, and families in communities across the region.\n\nThe Healthy Start Initiative, administered by HHS, focuses on reducing infant mortality, improving maternal health, and addressing health disparities in high-need areas.", 1, "2026-06-04T06:38:12Z", "2026-06-04T06:39:44Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-fy2026-hud-community-development-funding", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces FY2026 HUD Community Development Funding for Mississippi Second Congressional District", "2026-04-08", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS\u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced FY2026 federal funding through U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development\u2019s Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs to support housing and community development across Mississippi Second Congressional District.\n\nThe FY2026 CPD allocations include funding through several key programs: Community Development Block Grants (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships, Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA).\n\nMississippi FY2026 CPD Allocation:\n\nCity of Jackson (Principal City)", 1, "2026-06-24T06:25:30Z", "2026-06-24T06:26:49Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-over-767000-federal-aviation", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Over $767,000 in Federal Aviation Administration Grants for Mississippi Airports", "2026-04-08", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "April 8, 2026\n\nBOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) today announced that three airports in Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District will receive a combined total of $767,978 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) through the Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Infrastructure Program (AIP).\n\nThe grants awarded include:\n\nPanola County Airport (Batesville, MS) \u2013 $450,000\n\nAwarded to the County of Panola, this funding will support the rehabilitation of 8,000 square yards of existing terminal apron pavement. The project will help maintain structural integrity and reduce foreign object debris, ensuring safer aircraft operations.\n\nCleveland Municipal Airport (Cleveland, MS) \u2013 $237,500\n\nAwarded to the City of Cleveland, this grant will fund updates to the airport layout plan, including the development of a master plan narrative to guide future growth and improvements.\n\nCarthage-Leake County Airport (Carthage, MS) \u2013 $80,478\n\nAwarded jointly to the City of Carthage and Leake County, this funding supports Phase 2 of a project to construct a new 8,950-square-foot sponsor-owned aircraft storage hangar. The project will enhance the airport\u2019s ability to generate revenue and operate sustainably.\n\nThe FAA will administer the grants, and projects are expected to move forward in coordination with local stakeholders.", 1, "2026-06-04T06:38:12Z", "2026-06-04T06:39:44Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-over-34-million-bridge-replacements", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces over $34 Million for Bridge Replacements in North Mississippi", "2026-04-08", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced a $34,674,688 federal grant from the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration to the Mississippi Department of Transportation to support critical bridge infrastructure improvements in Tallahatchie County.\n\nThe grant will allow the Mississippi Department of Transportation to support the North Mississippi Bridge Replacement Bundle project by replacing three state-owned bridges along MS 32 in Tallahatchie County, improving safety, reliability, and connectivity for local communities.", 1, "2026-06-26T06:29:35Z", "2026-06-26T06:31:46Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/ranking-member-thompson-statement-trumps-deranged-threats-iran", "Ranking Member Thompson Statement on Trump\u2019s Deranged Threats on Iran", "2026-04-07", "2026", "2026-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "April 7, 2026 (WASHINGTON) \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the below statement on Donald Trump\u2019s heinous \u2013 and sociopathic \u2013 threats against Iran:\n\n\u201cDonald Trump\u2019s threats to destroy Iran are completely deranged. They show the world that our country\u2019s so-called leader is nothing more than a sadistic maniac who will stop at nothing to get whatever he wants. Threatening and targeting civilian infrastructure \u2013 and civilians \u2013 is not leadership \u2013 it is a dangerous abuse of power and potential war crime.\n\n\u201cThe American people deserve steady, moral, and responsible leadership \u2013 not reckless escalation that puts our soldiers in harm\u2019s way and makes the homeland vulnerable to retaliation.\n\n\u201cThe American people also clearly want us out of this war. They have yet to hear anything coherent from the President \u2013 or his subservient minions \u2013 on what our objectives are or why we are at war.\n\n\u201cCongressional Republicans must call Congress back to D.C. so we can end this war. I hope my Republican colleagues will agree with us \u2013 anything less is complete complicity with Trump\u2019s insanity.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-06-04T06:38:12Z", "2026-06-04T06:39:44Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-us-department-health-and-human-services", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Grant Award to Local Health Center", "2026-03-30", "2026", "2026-03", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) today announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded a federal grant in the amount of $101,912 to support healthcare training and technical assistance to G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center, Inc.\n\nThis funding will support initiatives aimed at improving healthcare services, expanding provider capacity, and enhancing access to quality care for underserved populations throughout the district.", 1, "2026-05-15T06:17:41Z", "2026-05-15T06:18:51Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/ranking-member-thompson-statement-trump-finally-firing-kristi-noem", "Ranking Member Thompson Statement on Trump Finally Firing Kristi Noem", "2026-03-05", "2026", "2026-03", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "March 5, 2026 (WASHINGTON) \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement after President Donald Trump fired Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem at last:\n\n\u201cKristi Noem\u2019s tenure at the Department of Homeland Security will go down as one of the most lawless, corrupt, and reckless in modern history. Time and again, she ran afoul of the law \u2013 and court orders \u2013 and put her vanity ahead of the safety of the American people. Her brazen corruption \u2014 including her cozy relationship with so-called \u2018special government employee\u2019 Corey Lewandowski \u2014 turned the agency responsible for protecting the homeland into a multibillion-dollar grift.\n\n\u201cAmerica is less safe because of Kristi Noem\u2019s failed leadership. While the President may have finally shown her the door, accountability does not end here. Homeland Democrats will continue pursuing the truth and uncovering the full extent of the misconduct that defined her tenure. The American people deserve answers and a Department of Homeland Security worthy of their trust.\n\n\u201cOn Kristi Noem\u2019s watch, Americans were terrorized, shot, and even killed in the streets by her masked police. Since we know that Noem was little more than a figurehead, Democrats cannot agree to fund ICE and CBP until they are reined in \u2013 under the law \u2013 and real change is made. Of course, Corey must also leave the Department.\n\n\u201cI doubt many of the 248,000 employees at DHS who keep us safe around the clock will be shedding a tear tonight.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-05-15T06:17:41Z", "2026-05-15T06:18:51Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/ranking-member-thompson-trump-attacking-iran-endangers-homeland-security", "Ranking Member Thompson: Trump Attacking Iran Endangers Homeland Security", "2026-02-28", "2026", "2026-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "February 28, 2026 (WASHINGTON) \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the below statement on President Trump attacking Iran again:\n\n\u201cOnce again, President Trump has attacked Iran without Congressional approval or a clear strategy. As I\u2019ve said before, we are more vulnerable to ensuing terrorism attacks today because of Trump\u2019s reckless, inflammatory actions. I am deeply concerned about the administration\u2019s attention to possible threats and its ability to protect Americans.\u201d\n\n# # #", 1, "2026-05-15T06:17:41Z", "2026-05-15T06:18:51Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/press-release-congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-academy-nominations", "Press Release: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Academy Nominations for Second Congressional District", "2026-02-27", "2026", "2026-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announces the Military Academy nominees for the Second Congressional District.\n\nTracey Dixon has been nominated by United States Congressman Bennie G. Thompson. He will graduate from Terry High School in May 2026. A native of Terry, MS, Tracey attends Terry High School, where he excels academically. With an impressive ACT score of 26, he is excited about the opportunity to attend the United States Air Force Academy.\n\nTracey is one of the most decorated JROTC leaders at Terry High School. A four-year member of the Terry High School JROTC program, he has consistently demonstrated outstanding leadership, unwavering discipline, teamwork, and a strong commitment to service. He currently serves as the JROTC Executive Officer (XO) and has previously held key leadership roles, including First Sergeant, PT Assistant Commander, and Cannon Team Assistant Commander, among others. Tracey possesses a keen intellect and a genuine determination to excel at the United States Air Force Academy. He is deeply committed to his academic pursuits and leadership responsibilities, and his performance reflects both dedication and a passion for diverse learning experiences and personal growth.\n\nTracey exemplifies duty, honor, character, and perseverance. Beyond his academic and leadership achievements, Tracey is actively involved in school and community service initiatives. His interests include reading and fitness as a path to personal development, research, and exploration. A well-rounded and highly driven student, Tracey embodies the integrity and leadership qualities essential for shaping the leaders of tomorrow. He is firmly committed to making a lasting, positive impact on his community. Tracey is the son of David and Timeka Dixon, who resides in Terry, Mississippi.\n\nJaydon Brown has been nominated by United States Congressman Bennie G. Thompson. He will graduate from Terry High School in May 2026. He maintains a GPA of 3.2 while still managing his active role in JROTC, sports, extracurricular activities and a variety of community service initiatives.\n\nJaydon is a four-year member of the Terry High School JROTC Bulldog Battalion, where he has shown unwavering dedication to discipline, teamwork and service. He possesses a keen intellect and a genuine passion for becoming the best he can be at West Point Academy. He is dedicated to his studies and his involvement in leadership roles. His academic performance reflects commitment, a passion for diverse learning experiences and personal growth. He is admired by his peers and teachers for his determination to overcome personal challenges.\n\nHis interests and passions are reading, personal development through fitness, research and exploration. Jaydon is highly motivated, driven and enthusiastic to contribute something greater than himself to serve and protect the country that has provided him with countless opportunities.\n\nJaydon is the son of Michelle Funchess, who resides in Byram, Mississippi.\n\nJames McKenna has been nominated by United States Congressman Bennie G. Thompson. A native of Clinton, MS, James attends River City Early College and Hinds Community College, where he excels both academically and athletically, particularly in swimming, bowling, and golf. With an impressive ACT score of 26, he is eager for the opportunity to attend the United States Naval Academy.\n\nJames maintains an outstanding 4.9 GPA and ranks in the top five percent of his class. He is an active member of the National Honor Society, the National English Honor Society, and the National Society of High School Scholars, and he has earned numerous additional accolades in recognition of his academic excellence.\n\nBeyond the classroom, James is deeply engaged in both school and community activities. He volunteered with Holy Trinity Episcopal Church, the Vicksburg Orchestral Society, local food pantry initiatives, and the Boy Scouts of America. He has also gained firsthand insight into military service through the Academy Introduction Mission (AIM) program at the United States Coast Guard Academy. A well-rounded and highly motivated student, James exemplifies the integrity, discipline, and leadership essential to shaping the leaders of tomorrow. He is committed to serving others and making a meaningful, lasting impact on his community. James is the son of Dr. Jason McKenna and resides in Vicksburg, MS.\n\nMatthew Perkins has been nominated by United States Congressman Bennie G. Thompson. He is in Cadet Candidate Basic Training preparing to graduate from the United States Military Academy Preparatory School in 2026. Matthew graduated from Madison Ridgeland Academy in May 2025.\n\nHis interest in West Point was initially peaked by the amazing opportunity he received to be able to continue his football career and gain a world-class education. He is currently a member of the USMAPS football team. Matthew has solidified himself as a leader among his peers through his dedication to academics, athletics and citizenship. While at USMAPS, he has been introduced to the rigorous challenges of the academic and physical standards as well as the strong leadership characteristics needed to become an officer in the United States Army.\n\nHe possesses a strong work ethics that has defined his career at USMAPS and believe he is very deserving of this congressional nomination for acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Matthew is the son of Sean and Chetonya Perkins, who resides in Jackson, Mississippi.\n\nEach nominee received a \u201cCertificate of Special Congressional Recognition\u201d in recognition of their nomination to their respective academy and for outstanding academic achievement.", 1, "2026-04-30T06:05:15Z", "2026-04-30T06:07:09Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/press-release-congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-academy-nomination", "Press Release: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Academy Nomination for Second Congressional District", "2026-02-26", "2026", "2026-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announces the Military Academy nominee for the Second Congressional District.\n\nRyan Wei has been nominated by Bennie G. Thompson, United States Congressman for Mississippi\u2019s 2nd District. A native of Grenada, Mississippi, Ryan attends Mississippi School for Math and Science (MSMS) in Columbus, MS, where he excels academically and athletically in robotics, swimming and football. With an impressive ACT score of 34, he is excited for the opportunity to attend United States Naval Academy.\n\nRyan maintained an outstanding 4.0 GPA at Kirk Academy and continues to excel academically at MSMS, where he also holds an exceptional GPA and ranks in the top five percent of his class. A dedicated scholar, he is an active member of the National Honor Society and the National Society of High School Scholars and has earned numerous additional honors recognizing his academic achievement and commitment to excellence.\n\nRyan\u2019s passion for leadership extends far beyond the classroom. He understands that true teamwork and service are developed through experience rather than textbooks. Through perseverance, sacrifice, and a willingness to step forward when needed, he has cultivated a strong foundation for success. As president of the Interact Club, Ryan has seen firsthand how meaningful service can create a lasting impact on both team members and the broader community.\n\nA resilient and well-rounded student, Ryan exemplifies the core values of service, discipline, teamwork, and leadership. These principles have shaped his character and prepared him for his anticipated future at the United States Naval Academy. He is deeply committed to serving others, leading with integrity, and making a lasting and meaningful contribution to his community and to the nation. Ryan is the son of Suzhen Ruan and resides in Grenada, Mississippi.\n\nRyan received a \u201cCertificate of Special Congressional Recognition\u201d in recognition of his nomination to the United States Navy Academy and for outstanding academic achievement.", 1, "2026-04-18T05:35:53Z", "2026-04-18T05:37:16Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-statement-donald-trumps-state-union-address", "Congressman Thompson Statement on Donald Trump\u2019s State of the Union Address", "2026-02-24", "2026", "2026-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement on Donald Trump\u2019s State of the Union Address:\n\n\u201cTonight\u2019s State of the Union address was another circus performance. The American people needed honesty about the challenges we are facing. Instead, we got talking points.\n\nThe President stood before the country claiming the economy is stronger than ever, that costs are coming down, that health care access has expanded, and that his policies are making Americans safer and more secure. Families across this nation know better.\n\nIf the economy were as strong as he claims, working people would not be struggling to afford groceries, utilities, health care, and childcare. If life were more affordable, medical and food assistance programs would not be on the chopping block. If democracy were being protected, we would not see continued efforts to make it harder for people to vote and weaken hard fought civil rights protections.\n\nOnce again, we heard self-congratulation instead of accountability. This was another attempt to rewrite reality, and I am not surprised by what we witnessed tonight. It only confirms that we, as Democrats, must stay engaged and stand firm.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-18T05:35:53Z", "2026-04-18T05:37:16Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-106-million-fema-funding-montgomery", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces $1.06 Million in FEMA Funding for Montgomery County Road Repairs", "2026-01-29", "2026", "2026-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Bolton, MS, MS \u2014 Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that $1,063,438.20 in federal FEMA funding has been awarded to Montgomery County to support permanent repairs and hazard mitigation improvements to Wilkins Chapel County Road and Sayles County Road following severe storm damage under FEMA Disaster Declaration DR-4874-MS, which covers Severe Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Tornadoes, and Flooding, declared on May 21, 2025.\n\nDuring the incident period, intense rainfall and storm conditions caused catastrophic damage to roadway infrastructure in Montgomery County. Stormwater runoff washed out road surfaces, damaged culverts, and filled drainage ditches with silt and debris, significantly impairing roadway safety and access.\n\nMontgomery County will use a combination of force account labor and contracted services to restore the roads to pre-disaster conditions. Work includes:", 1, "2026-04-18T05:35:53Z", "2026-04-18T05:37:16Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-honors-2025-congressional-app-challenge-student-winners", "Congressman Thompson Honors 2025 Congressional App Challenge Student Winners", "2026-01-28", "2026", "2026-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) proudly announces the 2025 Congressional App Challenge winners for Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. Tristan Brown, LyNiah Henderson, and Jalore Myles, students from Nichols Middle School in Canton, MS, and members of the Tougaloo College Educational Talent Search Program, are the first-place winners with their digital application, Mental Moji. The app is designed to improve mental health and emotional well-being through daily mindfulness and self-care practices, offering a variety of guided activities such as journaling prompts, breathing exercises, and meditation routines aimed at promoting relaxation, reducing stress, and enhancing focus. The app also includes progress-tracking features that allow users to monitor their growth over time and stay consistent with their self-care goals.\n\nCongressman Thompson will present the students with Certificates of Achievement on Thursday, January 28, 2026, at Nichols Middle School in Canton, MS.\n\n\u201cParticipating in the Congressional App Challenge pushed us to think critically, collaborate effectively, and apply our skills in a meaningful way,\u201d said Tristan Brown, LyNiah Henderson, and Jalore Myles. \u201cWe are proud of what we accomplished and grateful for the support of our instructors and the staff of the Tougaloo College Educational Talent Search Program.\u201d\n\n\u201cThrough Tougaloo College\u2019s Educational Talent Search Program, this achievement reflects our commitment to expanding college access, academic enrichment, and STEM innovation,\u201d said Edna Drakes-Washington, Ph.D.(c), Assistant Director/Instructor. \u201cParticipation in the Congressional App Challenge empowered students to apply critical thinking, collaboration, and technology skills to real-world challenges, reinforcing their readiness for postsecondary success and their ability to leverage innovation in support of education, opportunity, and economic advancement.\u201d\n\nCongressman Thompson expressed his pride in hosting the annual Congressional App Challenge, urging students to pursue STEM careers. \u201cI commend the outstanding efforts of Tristan Brown, LyNiah Henderson, and Jalore Myles, and all participating students. I look forward to a greater influx of innovative applicants in the future.\u201d\n\nTo view all past and current winners, including Mental Moji, click here.\n\n2026 Congressional App Challenge", 1, "2026-04-16T05:48:36Z", "2026-04-16T05:50:08Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-calls-federal-hate-crime-charges-after-jackson-synagogue", "Congressman Thompson Calls for Federal Hate Crime Charges After Jackson Synagogue Arson", "2026-01-12", "2026", "2026-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement condemning the alleged arson at Beth Israel Synagogue in Jackson, Mississippi:\n\n\u201cBeth Israel has been part of the community for generations. The synagogue has long stood for civil and human rights, said Congressman Thompson. A house of worship was damaged by an act of antisemitism and such hatred has no place in our communities. We are a better country and community of people. I stand with the Jewish community in Jackson and remain committed to protecting the freedom to worship in peace.\u201d\n\nOn Saturday, January 10, 2026, at 3:00 a.m., the Jackson Fire Department responded to a 911 call to address a fire at the Beth Israel synagogue. The synagogue was founded in 1860 and is the state's first and largest synagogue.\n\nLocal authorities, in coordination with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, have charged suspect Stephen Spencer Pittman with arson.", 1, "2026-04-10T05:46:57Z", "2026-04-10T05:48:19Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/january-6-committee-chairman-thompson-marks-five-years-attack-capitol", "January 6 Committee Chairman Thompson Marks Five Years Since Attack on the Capitol", "2026-01-06", "2026", "2026-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chairman of the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the U.S. Capitol, released the below opening statement for the Democratic hearing marking the five-year anniversary of the attack:\n\nFive years ago today, an armed mob of thousands, incited by President Donald Trump, attacked, breached, and laid siege to the United States Capitol. They did so as Congress was carrying out one of its most fundamental constitutional duties: counting electoral votes, certifying a presidential election, and facilitating the peaceful transfer of power.\n\nWhat unfolded that day was both brutal and calculated. Officers were stabbed with metal fence stakes and bludgeoned with flagpoles. They were crushed in doorways until their ribs were broken. Eyes were gouged. At least one officer was dragged into the mob, beaten, tased, and left for dead. Others suffered lasting damage from concussions and traumatic brain injuries.\n\nIn the days and weeks that followed, five police officers died due to the physical or psychological trauma they endured protecting Congress and the Constitution. The years may have muffled the screams we heard, and the horrible images of that day may have faded. So, as we mark this grim anniversary, it is important that we remember exactly what happened.\n\nJanuary 6th was not a regular tourist visit. It was not a day of love. It was a bloody riot that pushed our democracy to the breaking point. Some people want to rewrite the history of January 6th. To ignore what we all saw with our own eyes. Some people want us to forget the lessons of that day. To pretend that we have overcome the threats facing our democracy and the rule of law. We will not allow that to happen.\n\nWe gather to continue to uphold our oaths to \u201csupport and defend the Constitution\u2026against all enemies, foreign and domestic.\u201d To defend against the lawlessness of that day and the lawlessness we continue to see today. We gather because, in the words of Martin Luther King, Jr.: \u201cHuman progress is neither automatic nor inevitable. [\u2026] Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.\u201d\n\nFive years ago, police told us to remove the lapel pins that identify us as Members of Congress, so we would be less likely to be attacked by the mob that was desecrating our Capitol. I did not take my pin off then, and I am still wearing it today\u2014because the work we do mattered then and continues to matter today.\n\nThe rule of law and our oaths continue to matter, especially as we see Donald Trump pardon those who were charged or convicted in the January 6th attack, engage the military abroad while bypassing Congress, tear down the White House, shutter whole government agencies, order masked goons to round up and deport U.S. citizens, and unlawfully put his name on a memorial to a better man.\n\nThe bipartisan January 6th Select Committee, which I was privileged to lead, was charged with uncovering the facts, circumstances, and causes of what happened on that awful day, and to ensure it never happens again. It was one part of ensuring that our Constitutional Republic could withstand President Trump\u2019s repeated attacks, and it offers lessons for today.\n\nOne such lesson was seeing how important it was for officials, most of them Republicans, to put their country over their party. They remembered their oath was to the Constitution and not to one man. And we need to remember that lesson today, because five years on, the danger has not dissipated.\n\nPresident Trump still refuses to acknowledge that he lost the 2020 election. Many who promoted or litigated his Big Lie have been rewarded with powerful positions. Dozens of nonpartisan career prosecutors and FBI agents who worked on January 6th cases have been summarily fired. State election officials who stood up to the Trump pressure campaign have faced threats and retaliation. The Department of Justice has become an instrument for retribution.\n\nThe message is clear: uphold the rule of law, and you will be punished. Only loyalty to one man will be rewarded\u2014violence in service of Trump is above the law.", 1, "2026-04-10T05:46:57Z", "2026-04-10T05:48:19Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-department-health-human-services-grant", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Department of Health & Human Services Grant Award to the State of Mississippi", "2025-12-30", "2025", "2025-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services has awarded $205,907,220 in grant funds to the state of Mississippi for a Rural Health Transformation program. This award will strengthen rural healthcare by expanding access, improving care coordination and modernizing infrastructure, growing the workforce and using telehealth to improve health outcomes.\n\nThis award is provided by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.", 1, "2026-04-10T05:46:57Z", "2026-04-10T05:48:19Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-doj-grant-support-mississippi-internet", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces DOJ Grant to Support Mississippi Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force", "2025-12-30", "2025", "2025-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced a $416,214 grant from the U.S. Department of Justice to the Mississippi Attorney General\u2019s Office to continue leading the Mississippi Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Task Force.\n\nThe funding, awarded through the Department of Justice\u2019s Office of Justice Programs and Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, will support efforts to prevent, investigate, and prosecute online child exploitation crimes across Mississippi. The Attorney General\u2019s Office has led the ICAC Task Force since 2007 in partnership with federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-federal-transportation-and-safety-grants", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Federal Transportation and Safety Grants for Mississippi\u2019s Second District", "2025-12-30", "2025", "2025-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced multiple federal transportation and safety grants awarded to communities across Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District to improve roadway safety, strengthen planning efforts, and support aviation infrastructure.\n\nHinds County \u2014 Safe Streets: Robinson Road Project\n\nHinds County will receive $20,000,000 through the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) Program to reconstruct a 2.75-mile segment of Robinson Road between Interstate 220 and West Capitol Street in Jackson. The project will add ADA-compliant sidewalks, bicycle lanes, improved lighting, access management, and pedestrian safety features to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes along this high-risk corridor.\n\nBolivar County \u2014 Bolivar County Safe Streets Project\n\nBolivar County will receive $200,000 in SS4A funding to conduct data collection, crash and speed analysis, and demonstration activities to update its countywide Comprehensive Safety Action Plan. The project will help guide future safety improvements across the county.\n\nTunica County \u2014 Tunica County Safety Action Plan\n\nTunica County will receive $248,000 to develop a Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, including a five-year crash analysis, public engagement, identification of high-injury roadways, and a web-based dashboard to track safety performance.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-federal-transportation-grants-airport", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Federal Transportation Grants for Airport Improvements in Cleveland and Raymond, Mississippi", "2025-12-11", "2025", "2025-12", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded two FY26 Airport Infrastructure Grants (AIG) totaling $176,635 to support aviation infrastructure upgrades in Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District. The grants, issued through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), will enhance airport operations and help both facilities move toward long-term financial self-sufficiency.\n\nApplicant\n\nAmount\n\nPurpose\n\nCleveland Municipal Airport (RNV) \u2013 Cleveland, Mississippi\n\n$36,938\n\nProvides final-phase funding for the construction of a new 12,000-square-foot, sponsor-owned hangar designed for aircraft storage and maintenance. The hangar will assist the airport in generating additional revenue and improving its long-term sustainability. The grant covers approximately 525 square feet of construction and represents the final reimbursement for a project completed in June 2024.\n\nJohn Bell Williams Airport (JVW) \u2013 Raymond, Mississippi\n\n$139,697\n\nSupports the final construction phase of three new 3,900-square-foot, sponsor-owned box hangars used for aircraft storage. These facilities will increase the airport\u2019s capacity to generate revenue, contributing to its self-sustaining operations. The award funds 653 square feet of construction under the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act\u2019s expanded eligibility provisions.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-nearly-10-million-disaster-recovery", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Nearly $10 Million in Disaster Recovery Investments for Delta Regional Communities", "2025-11-21", "2025", "2025-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that the Delta Regional Authority (DRA) has approved nearly $10 million in Supplemental Disaster Recovery Funding (SDRF) to support communities impacted by major disaster declarations over the past two years. This federal investment will assist recovery and strengthen long-term resilience in communities across Alabama, Mississippi, Missouri, and Tennessee.\n\nSharkey County, Mississippi, has been allocated $2 million to improve critical road infrastructure along three major corridors severely damaged by the EF-4 tornado in March 2023. These roadways experienced significant structural failure, drainage system collapse, and extensive erosion\u2014conditions that continue to pose safety risks for residents and emergency responders.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-announces-city-jackson-awarded-28-million-through-fta-bus-bus", "Thompson Announces\u00a0City of Jackson Awarded $2.8 Million Through FTA Bus & Bus Facilities Program", "2025-11-18", "2025", "2025-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2014 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that the City of Jackson has been awarded $2,800,000 through the U. S. Department of Transportation Federal Transit Administration\u2019s FY25 Buses & Bus Facilities Program. The grant will fund significant bus stop improvements to enhance safety, accessibility, and service reliability for transit riders across Jackson.\n\n\u201cI am proud to announce this important federal investment in Jackson\u2019s public transportation system,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cReliable, safe, and accessible transit is essential for connecting residents to jobs, education, and healthcare. These upgrades will make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of thousands of Jackson commuters.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-visits-claiborne-county-students-hour-ai-event", "Congressman Thompson Visits Claiborne County Students for \u201cHour of AI\u201d Event", "2025-11-14", "2025", "2025-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 On Monday, December 8, 2025, at 9:00 a.m., Congressman Bennie G. Thompson will visit students from the Claiborne County Career and Technical Education (CTE) Center at the Port Gibson High School Gymnasium as they participate in the Hour of AI, a national initiative that helps young people understand and explore artificial intelligence.\n\nThe Hour of AI, created by Code.org in partnership with CSforALL and supported by organizations such as Microsoft, gives students hands-on experience with artificial intelligence (AI) in fun and creative ways. The program aims to prepare students for a future shaped by technology and innovation while inspiring interest in computer science and STEM careers.\n\nDuring the event, students from Claiborne County CTE will use AI tools to design, create, and collaborate, showing how technology can inspire learning and open doors to new career opportunities.\n\n\u201cArtificial intelligence is already shaping how our children learn, work, and live. Yet far too many of our young people use these tools without fully understanding how they work or how to use them responsibly,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to support the \u2018Hour of AI,\u2019 in partnership with Microsoft. Every child deserves a fair chance to explore, to learn, and to become one of the innovators who will shape the future of technology.\u201d\n\n\u201cI see every day how access to technology and hands-on learning can change a young person\u2019s trajectory,\u201d said JJ Townsend, Community Engagement Manager for Microsoft TechSpark. \u201cBy bringing the \u2018Hour of AI\u2019 to Claiborne County, we\u2019re helping students explore AI responsibly and imagine real career pathways right here at home. We\u2019re grateful to Congressman Thompson and our local educators for partnering to open these doors for Mississippi students.\u201d\n\nThis event is part of a broader effort to bring AI education into classrooms across the country during Computer Science Education Week (December 8\u201312, 2025). The Hour of AI helps students, parents, and teachers better understand how artificial intelligence works and how it can be used to solve real-world problems.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-denounces-trumps-abuse-power-pardoning-election-conspirators", "Thompson Denounces Trump\u2019s Abuse of Power in Pardoning Election Conspirators", "2025-11-10", "2025", "2025-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "(WASHINGTON) \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, released the following statement condemning President Trump\u2019s decision to pardon Rudy Giuliani, Mark Meadows, John Eastman, Sidney Powell, and others who conspired to subvert the 2020 election.\n\n\u201cOnce again, Donald Trump is using the power of the presidency to protect the very people who conspired to undermine our democracy. After pardoning the rioters who stormed the Capitol, he is now extending the same protections to the architects who sent them there. These individuals violated the sanctity of our elections, and pardoning them is a slap in the face to every American who believes their vote should count.\u201d\n\n\u201cNo presidential pardon can erase the violence of January 6th. These conspirators still face serious accountability at the state level, and the American people will not forget who tried to overturn their votes. Congress must continue its oversight to ensure no president\u2014past, present, or future\u2014can shield their allies from justice.\u201d\n\n###", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-demands-tech-giants-mega-corporations-crypto-companies-answer", "Thompson Demands Tech Giants, Mega Corporations, Crypto Companies Answer for Contribution and Involvement in Trump\u2019s Demolition of White House East Wing", "2025-10-24", "2025", "2025-10", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Ranking Member of the Committee on Homeland Security, sent a letter to each of the major corporations the White House released that donated $350 million to tragically demolish the historic East Wing of the White House and construct an obscene and gaudy gold ballroom for President Trump in its place. In the letters, Congressman Thompson demands answers from the corporations on their involvement in \u2013 and contribution to \u2013 this travesty being forced on the American people.\n\n\u201cToday, there is a gaping hole in the side of the White House, and no one in the White House has been honest with Americans about the construction plans or the costs,\u201d wrote Congressman Thompson.\n\nSince the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 was clearly not followed in the planning for the ballroom or the demolition of the East Wing, Congressman Thompson demands the corporations provide, by November 7th, extensive details on: how they came to contribute to this project, if they were solicited for the contribution, how much they contributed, if they were offered any benefit or recognition of any kind in exchange, and if they were advised on any potential conflicts of interest or ethical issues.\n\nThe companies must also provide a list of all existing contracts they have with the Federal government \u2013 or are competing for \u2013 along with a list of all regulatory actions or adjudications in which they have an interest currently pending before any Federal entity.\n\nFinally \u2013 since demolition and construction plans have been kept secret from most Americans \u2013 the corporations must answer whether they were able to review any construction, or demolition plans at any point.\n\n\u201cThe White House is a treasured symbol of our democracy, and the President has begun to demolish part of it with funds your company contributed. You owe Americans an explanation,\u201d Congressman Thompson added.\n\nThe demand letters were sent to: Altria Group, Amazon, Apple, Booz Allen Hamilton, Caterpillar, Coinbase, Comcast, Hard Rock International, Google, HP, Lockheed Martin, Meta, Micron, Microsoft, NextEra Energy, Palantir Technologies, Ripple (pending), Reynolds American (pending), T-Mobile, Tether America, Union Pacific Railroad.\n\n\u201cEven Congress was not consulted, and there appears to be no oversight over the demolition and construction process. The ballroom construction plans have been roundly criticized by the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the Society of Architectural Historians, and the American Institute of Architects, and the demolition has been condemned by large swaths of the public.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-statement-republican-government-shutdown", "Congressman Thompson Statement on Republican Government Shutdown", "2025-10-01", "2025", "2025-10", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement:\n\n\u201cRepublicans control the House, the Senate, and the White House. Yet instead of working together to keep the government open and protect American families, Donald Trump and House Republicans chose to shut it down,\u201d said Rep. Thompson.\n\n\u201cAs the only member of Mississippi\u2019s Congressional House Delegation who voted for the Affordable Care Act, I have always stood with working families who need access to affordable health care. The Republican spending bill does the opposite. It rips away health care from families who finally gained coverage and makes premiums unaffordable for thousands more.\n\n\u201cHealth care should not be a political football. In the richest country in the world, no family should be forced to choose between paying the bills and going to the doctor. Republicans say they care in private, but when it is time to act, they fall in line with Donald Trump. Shame on them.\u201d\n\nIf Congress does not extend health care tax credits immediately, hundreds of thousands of Americans will lose coverage, and millions more will see their costs skyrocket. In Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District alone, 81,000 people will see their health care costs rise. For a family of four making $64,000 a year, premiums would increase by $2,571.\n\nRep. Thompson and Democrats are fighting to reopen the government, protect health care, lower out-of-pocket costs, and ensure working families are not left behind.", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/jackson-state-university-awarded-us-department-education-grant-rehabilitation", "JACKSON STATE UNIVERSITY AWARDED U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION GRANT FOR REHABILITATION LONG-TERM TRAINING PROGRAM", "2025-09-29", "2025", "2025-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) is pleased to announce that Jackson State University has been selected to receive funding from the U.S. Department of Education under the Rehabilitation Long-Term Training \u2013 Rehabilitation of the Blind Program (84.129P).\n\nThe university will receive $175,000.00 for the first budget period (October 1, 2025 \u2013 September 30, 2026), with an anticipated total of five years of support. This funding will provide long-term training for rehabilitation counselors who specialize in delivering vocational rehabilitation services to individuals who are blind.\n\n\u201cThis investment in Jackson State University highlights the importance of preparing skilled professionals to assist individuals who are blind in reaching their full potential and achieving independence,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cI am proud to see JSU continue its leadership in advancing opportunities for students while serving the broader community.\u201d", 1, "2026-04-04T05:28:40Z", "2026-04-04T05:30:10Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-institute-museum-and-library-services-awards", "Congressman Thompson Announces Institute of Museum and Library Services Awards to Jackson State University and Shape Up Mississippi", "2025-09-24", "2025", "2025-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) is pleased to announce that the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) has awarded two Museum Grants for African American History and Culture (AAHC) to institutions in Mississippi.\n\nJackson State University has been awarded $317,039, for the project \u201cBuilding the Capacity of the Margaret Walker Center: Improved and Expanded Access to Collections.\u201d The Margaret Walker Center (MWC) at Jackson State University will move its archives to secure, environmentally controlled, temporary storage during building renovations and HVAC replacement made necessary due to severe storm damage in 2023. During this project, the MWC will build upon the HBCU History and Culture Access Consortium (HCAC), a digital humanities initiative with the Smithsonian National Museum of African American History and Culture in two ways: digitizing nearly 1,000 oral histories most threatened by the environmental challenges in Ayer Hall and transferring 35,000 items from a fee-based digital platform to an open-source program used in the HCAC. These efforts will guarantee long-term preservation and access to MWC's collections.\n\nShape Up Mississippi has been awarded $98,000, for the project \u201cCollaborative Capacity Building: Cultural Connections and Bridging Heritage.\u201d The Catfish Row Museum (CRM) will partner with the Mound Bayou Museum (MBM) to develop and expand public programs and exhibitions. Project activities include the creation of a short film, and two permanent timeline exhibits that highlight the contributions of Vicksburg and Mound Bayou during significant historical phases, such as the cotton plantation era, slavery, the Civil War, Reconstruction, and the Civil Rights Movement. These exhibits will showcase community resilience and the shared history of both museums, emphasizing the narrative of cooperation that led to the founding of Mound Bayou by formerly enslaved people. Professional development workshops aimed at enhancing museum operations and management will be facilitated by experienced museum professionals in collaboration with local Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), specifically Jackson State University and Tougaloo College. This initiative aims to empower both museums, ensuring they effectively serve their communities while promoting a deeper understanding of their shared cultural heritage.\n\n\u201cThese investments not only preserve and expand access to African American history and culture, but also strengthen the capacity of our local institutions to tell the stories that matter to our communities,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cJackson State University and Shape Up Mississippi are doing vital work to safeguard history, empower communities, and ensure that future generations have access to these cultural treasures.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-fiscal-year-2025-nonprofit-security-grant", "Congressman Thompson Announces Fiscal Year 2025 Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP)", "2025-09-22", "2025", "2025-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson announced Mississippi\u2019s open application period for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025. The NSGP provides funding for physical security enhancements and other security-related activities for eligible nonprofit organizations anywhere in the country that are at risk of a terrorist attack.\n\nCongressman Thompson has been a steadfast advocate for the NSGP. Under his leadership as chairman of the Committee on Homeland Security in the U.S. House of Representatives, Congress enacted the Securing American Nonprofit Organizations Against Terrorism Act (P.L. No: 116-108), which was sponsored by Congressman Thompson. This legislation formally authorized the NSGP, increased NSGP funding, and made funds available to nonprofit organizations located in rural and urban areas. In 2022, Congress enacted the Nonprofit Security Grant Program Improvement Act of 2022 (P.L. No: 117-263), which was also sponsored by Congressman Thompson. This legislation increased NSGP\u2019s funding, strengthened its impact and effectiveness, and ensured greater resources to protect nonprofit organizations across the nation.\n\n\u201cThe Nonprofit Security Grant Program empowers nonprofit organizations, including houses of worship, to continue serving their communities without fear or disruption. Given the concerning rise of violent threats targeting these institutions, it is imperative that Federal resources are made available to protect and preserve nonprofits and safeguard our communities.\u201d\n\nAll grant proposals must be submitted to the Mississippi Office of Homeland Security (MOHS) by 5pm, October 17th, 2025. MOHS will host grant-writing sessions for interested applicants. For additional information on applying for NSGP funding, please visit: https://www.homelandsecurity.ms.gov/grants/homeland-security-non-profit-grant-programs-np", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-731782-us-department-transportation-grant", "Congressman Thompson Announces $731,782 U.S. Department of Transportation Grant to Panola County", "2025-09-18", "2025", "2025-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded a grant of $731,782 to Panola County through the Federal Aviation Administration\u2019s (FAA) Airport Improvement Program (AIP).\n\nThe funding will support improvements at the Panola County Airport (PMU) in Batesville, MS. Specifically, the project will reconstruct existing Taxiway \u201cA\u201d lighting that has reached the end of its useful life.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-calls-federal-investigation-death-delta-state", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Calls for Federal Investigation into Death of Delta State University Student", "2025-09-16", "2025", "2025-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) called on the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) to launch a federal investigation into the suspicious death of Demartravion \u201cTrey\u201d Reed, a 21-year-old Black male from Grenada, Mississippi. Reed was found hanging from a tree on the campus of Delta State University, a tragedy that has left his family and community searching for answers.\n\n\u201cIt is always a tragedy when a young life is cut short,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cWe must leave no stone unturned in the search for answers. While the details of this case are still emerging, we cannot ignore Mississippi\u2019s painful history of lynching and racial violence against African Americans. My deepest condolences and prayers are with Trey\u2019s family during this difficult time.\u201d\n\nCongressman Thompson stressed the importance of federal involvement to ensure a full and impartial investigation. \u201cFederal resources are critical in cases like this,\u201d he said. \u201cThe FBI has the tools and experience necessary to conduct a thorough, unbiased inquiry, and time is of the essence. I have also spoken directly with Trey\u2019s family, and they, along with the community, deserve nothing less than a complete and transparent investigation.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T19:10:29Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-659341-award-mississippi-manufacturers", "Congressman Thompson Announces $659,341 Award to Mississippi Manufacturers Association", "2025-09-03", "2025", "2025-09", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce\u2019s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), through its Manufacturing Extension Partnership (MEP) Program, has awarded $659,341 to the Mississippi Manufacturers Association (MMA) in Jackson, Mississippi.\n\nThis award supports the continued operation of the MEP Center for Mississippi, which provides vital manufacturing extension services to primarily small and medium-sized manufacturers across the state.\n\nThrough its collaborations at the federal, state, and local level, and institutes of higher education, the Center will work with manufacturers in the areas of supplier scouting, product design, automation, workforce development and planning, and training. The Center will conduct business competitive review assessments, analysis of operations, apprenticeship design. MMA continues their focus on workplace and workforce modernization strategies.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T15:07:37Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-45-million-department-transportation-grant", "Congressman Thompson Announces $4.5 Million Department of Transportation Grant for Greenwood-Leflore Airport", "2025-08-21", "2025", "2025-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced a $4,593,322 grant award from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support critical infrastructure improvements at Greenwood-Leflore Airport (GWO) in Carroll County, Mississippi.\n\nThe funding, awarded through the FY25 Airport Improvement Program (AIP), will be used to support a portion of the final phase of the airport\u2019s runway rehabilitation project. This project will rehabilitate 6,501 feet of Runway 18/36, to maintain the structural integrity of the pavement and minimizing foreign object debris.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-federal-funding-recreational-park-projects-duck", "Congressman Thompson Announces Federal Funding for Recreational Park Projects in Duck Hill and Carrollton", "2025-08-01", "2025", "2025-08", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced two grant awards from the U.S. Department of the Interior\u2019s National Park Service (NPS) through the Land and Water Conservation Fund for recreational development projects in Mississippi's Second Congressional District. The funding, administered through the Mississippi Department of Wildlife, Fisheries, and Parks, will support major park improvements in the Town of Duck Hill and Carroll County.\n\nThe Town of Duck Hill has been awarded $97,500 through NPS, with a total project cost of $195,000, for the Binford Park Playground Renovation. The project will demolish the existing playground and surface, replacing them with modern playground equipment and new safety surfaces. Work is expected to be completed by July 28, 2028.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:57:50Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-over-14-million-clean-water-funding-mississippi", "Congressman Thompson Announces Over $14 Million in Clean Water Funding for Mississippi", "2025-07-29", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) has been awarded $14,294,000 from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Clean Water Act Title VI program. This award is provided through the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (CWSRF) and is intended to support critical water infrastructure projects across the state.\n\nThe federal funds will be used to provide low-interest financing to communities for the planning, design, and construction of eligible water quality improvement and protection projects. The total project amount, including the state match, is expected to reach $17,152,800.\n\nAdministered by MDEQ, the Clean Water State Revolving Fund provides essential financial support to local communities, enabling them to address aging infrastructure and implement projects that protect and enhance water quality. All assistance will be delivered in the form of loans to subrecipients across the state.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-nearly-800000-national-science-foundation", "Congressman Thompson Announces Nearly $800,000 in National Science Foundation Awards to Jackson State University and Alcorn State University", "2025-07-25", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) is pleased to announce two significant National Science Foundation (NSF) awards supporting advanced research and STEM education initiatives at two of Mississippi\u2019s distinguished Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).\n\nJackson State University has been awarded $390,000.00 for a project entitled \"Excellence in Research: Processes and Interactions in Plasmonic Systems\" under the direction of Dr. Tigran Shahbazyan. This project, beginning August 1, 2025, will support theoretical and computational research and education focused on strong light-matter interactions in hybrid nanoscale systems. The work aims to contribute to the advancement of knowledge in plasmonic systems, which have applications in optics, communications, and sensing technologies.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-u-s-department-health-and-human-services-awards", "Congressman Thompson Announces U. S. Department of Health and Human Services Awards over $1.5 Million to MS Second District", "2025-07-17", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Congressman Thompson Announces U. S. Department of Health and Human Services Awards over $1.5 Million to MS Second District", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-department-transportation-award-copiah-county", "Congressman Thompson Announces Department of Transportation Award to Copiah County Airport", "2025-07-11", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded $570,950 to Copiah County Airport through the Federal Aviation Administration. The funds will be used to reseal 4,007 feet of existing runway 18/36 pavement and reconstruct 57,000 square yards of the existing main apron pavement that has reached the end of its useful life.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-over-16-million-delta-workforce-grant-funds", "Congressman Thompson Announces over $1.6 Million in Delta Workforce Grant Funds Awarded to Mississippi Second Congressional District", "2025-07-11", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced the Delta Regional Authority has awarded $1,656,000 in grants to recipients within the Second Congressional District through the Delta Workforce Grant Program (DWP). These investments will support projects and initiatives that address the employment and training needs of the local and regional workforce.\n\nMississippi Second District Recipients:\n\nCity of Natchez was awarded $300,000 to support ready-to-work programming in computer coding and technology and construction trades in five Southwest Mississippi counties and one adjacent Louisiana parish.\n\nWrite Your Own Story was awarded $300,000 for a medical scribe training program that will address the critical need for skilled medical documentation professionals in five rural communities of Coahoma County, MS.\n\nThe University of Memphis, in partnership with Coahoma Community College in Clarksdale, Mississippi, was awarded $300,000 to build institutional capacity for workforce development in Coahoma County, MS, and surrounding areas by investing in state-of-the-art training equipment for a newly renovated workforce development center that will deliver targeted, industry-aligned programs for regional employers.\n\nHolmes County Consolidated School District was awarded approximately $156,000 for a comprehensive CDL training program that will address critical work shortages and regional workforce needs in Holmes County, MS.\n\nBase Camp Coding Academy was awarded $300,000 to provide software development training to new entrants and incumbent workers from North Mississippi for placement in high-paying jobs.\n\nDelta Compass \u2013 Washington County Economic Alliance was awarded $300,000 in support of a workforce funding collaborative that was established to meet the skilled labor needs of over 280 employee partners that have clustered in Washington, Sunflower and Coahoma counties around energy usage and advanced manufacturing.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-tougaloo-college-awarded-over-22-million", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces Tougaloo College Awarded Over $2.2 Million From National Science Foundation", "2025-07-09", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) is pleased to announce that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded Tougaloo College a grant totaling $2,245,846.00 for the project titled \u201cImplementation Project: Strengthening the STEM Pathway through a Holistic Multi-layer Approach.\u201d The award, under the direction of Dr. Manliang Feng, will begin on August 1, 2025.\n\nThis funding will support a comprehensive institutional effort aimed at increasing the number of students earning undergraduate degrees in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM), while also building research capacity in STEM education.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-statement-passage-republicans-big-beautiful-bill", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Statement on the Passage of the Republicans\u2019 \u2018Big Beautiful Bill\u2019", "2025-07-03", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) voted against House Republicans\u2019 \u2018One Big Ugly Bill\u2019 (H.R. 1). The legislation includes drastic cuts to Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), College Education, Grants and Loans, Veterans Benefits and other programs essential for Mississippians to enjoy a basic quality of life.\n\nCongressman Thompson releases the following statement:\n\n\u201cFrom the beginning of my public service, I\u2019ve made one thing clear: My vote will never hurt people who struggle to make ends meet through no fault of their own. Additionally, as the richest country in the world, we should not penalize people who have not had the same benefits as others by passing legislation targeted at them. Donald Trump makes no bones about his dislike for people who don\u2019t travel in his circle.\n\n\u201cThe Republican bill cuts Medicaid, slashes SNAP, and forces working families to pay more so the wealthy can get another tax break. This bill takes food out of children\u2019s mouths, strips health care from our seniors, and puts college further out of reach for young people just trying to get ahead.\n\n\u201cFor my district, this means closed hospitals, nursing homes, families struggling to afford groceries, and educational opportunities deferred. Republicans priorities are very simple: tax cuts for wealthy and nothing for the people who make this country work.\n\n\u201cThe people of Mississippi, and this country deserve better. I will keep fighting to stop the cruelty pushed by Trump and House Republicans, and I will continue working for a government that delivers for working folks.\u201d\n\nWHAT THIS BILL MEANS FOR MISSISSIPPI:\n\nFood Assistance on the Chopping Block\n\nIn Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District, 139,000 people are at risk of losing some or all of their SNAP benefits. This bill includes the largest proposed cuts to food assistance in our nation\u2019s history, putting countless families at risk of going hungry.\n\nHealth Care Coverage Slashed\n\nThe bill cuts more than $1 trillion from Medicaid, Medicare, and the Affordable Care Act. Over 153,000 Mississippians would lose health care coverage, including seniors, people with disabilities, and working families.\n\nRural Hospitals in Danger\n\nAcross the country, 300 rural hospitals could be forced to close. In Mississippi, 8 hospitals are at risk of shutting down, including 4 in the Second Congressional District. These closures would leave many families without access to basic medical care.\n\nHigher Education Out of Reach\n\nThe bill eliminates Grad PLUS loans and reduces Pell Grant support. More than 50,000 students in Mississippi could lose their Pell Grants, including over 20,000 students in the Second District. That means higher costs and fewer opportunities for those trying to earn a college degree.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-over-739000-federal-aviation-grants-airports", "Congressman Thompson Announces Over $739,000 in Federal Aviation Grants for Airports in Kosciusko and Winona", "2025-07-03", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced two federal grants awarded through the U.S. Department of Transportation\u2019s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to support critical airport infrastructure improvements in Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District.\n\nThe City of Kosciusko has been awarded $600,000 under the FY25 Airport Improvement Program (AIP) to enhance operations at the Kosciusko-Attala County Airport (OSX). The funding will support multiple infrastructure projects, including:\n\nReconstructing 200 feet of existing hangar access taxilane pavement that has reached the end of its useful life;\n\nConstructing a new 2,500 square foot sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage, helping the airport generate revenue and remain self-sustaining;\n\nExtending the existing hangar access taxilane an additional 35 feet to provide access to a non-exclusive hangar development area, bringing the airport into compliance with current FAA standards.\n\nAdditionally, the City of Winona and Montgomery County will receive $139,320 for improvements at the Winona-Montgomery County Airport (5A6). This grant will fund:\n\nConstruction of a new 3,600 square foot sponsor-owned hangar to support aircraft storage and generate revenue;\n\nReconstruction of the precision approach path indicator systems for Runway 03/21 at both ends, ensuring continued safety and reliability as the systems have reached the end of their operational life.\n\nThe grants are part of the FAA\u2019s Airport Improvement Program, which provides funding for the planning and development of public-use airports across the United States.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/former-january-6-committee-chairman-thompson-statement-trump-justice", "Former January 6 Committee Chairman Thompson Statement on the Trump Justice Department Hiring January 6 Defendant and Rioter Who Encouraged the Murder of Law Enforcement", "2025-07-02", "2025", "2025-07", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chairman of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, released the following statement on news the Trump Justice Department has hired a January 6 defendant and rioter who encouraged the murder of law enforcement:\n\n\u201cNews that a disgraced FBI agent and right-wing extremist charged with encouraging the murder of police officers on January 6 is now working at the Department of Justice is not only an insult to every honorable law enforcement officer across the country \u2013 it is an insult to our democracy and all those that have fought to preserve it. It also makes it clear that political violence won\u2019t just be excused under this administration, it will be celebrated and awarded. Mr. Wise should have faced justice and served time in jail for his crimes. He should be nowhere near DOJ - let alone on the so called \u201cweaponization\u201d task force - plotting revenge on behalf of President Trump.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T14:40:33Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-over-12-million-national-science", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Over $1.2 Million in National Science Foundation Research Awards to Jackson State University", "2025-06-13", "2025", "2025-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "June 13, 2025\n\nBOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that the National Science Foundation (NSF) has awarded more than $1.2 million in research funding to Jackson State University (JSU) to support two groundbreaking projects that advance scientific innovation while strengthening STEM education and workforce development in Mississippi.\n\nThe NSF awards are as follows:\n\n$500,090.00 for the project entitled \u201cExcellence in Research: Self-Healing Infrastructure with Natural-Based Enhancements (SHINE): Innovative Solutions Development for Resilient Earthen Infrastructure,\u201d under the direction of Dr. Kejun Wen.\n\nAward Start Date: September 1, 2025\n\nThis project will focus on improving the durability and resilience of earthen infrastructure through sustainable, nature-based engineering solutions. The SHINE project will integrate cutting-edge research with STEM education by training undergraduate and graduate students, and fostering partnerships with the Mississippi Department of Transportation, community colleges, and K-12 educators.\n\n$699,948.00 for the project entitled \u201cExcellence in Research: Phytoremediation Using Vetiver Grass to Address Heavy Metals and PFAS in Contaminated Soil and Wastewater,\u201d under the direction of Dr. Sadik Khan.\n\nAward Start Date: June 1, 2025\n\nThis research will evaluate and optimize the use of Vetiver grass in phytoremediation applications to remove per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and heavy metals from contaminated soils, leachate, and wastewater.\n\nBoth projects are supported through the NSF\u2019s Excellence in Research (EiR) program, which aims to expand the capacity for scientific discovery and innovation at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) and other Minority Serving Institutions.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T01:08:28Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-over-31-million-federal-aviation", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Over $3.1 Million in Federal Aviation Awards for Airports Across Mississippi\u2019s Second District", "2025-06-13", "2025", "2025-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "June 13, 2025\n\nBOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation, through the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has awarded more than $3.1 million in Airport Infrastructure Program (AIP) grants to airports across Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District. These federal investments will support critical airport improvement projects aimed at enhancing safety, supporting aviation operations, and extending the useful life of essential airport infrastructure.\n\nThe following awards were announced:\n\nCarthage-Leake County Airport \u2013 Carthage, MS\n\nAmount: $404,519\n\nConstruction of a new 9,500 sq. ft. sponsor-owned hangar for aircraft storage, helping the airport become more self-sustaining.\n\nRuleville-Drew Airport \u2013 Drew, MS\n\nAmount: $506,988\n\nConstruction of a new 2,013-foot paved Taxiway A to meet current FAA standards.\n\nGrenada Municipal Airport \u2013 Grenada, MS\n\nAmount: $595,646\n\nReconstruction of Runway 13/31 and Taxiway A lighting and signage, replacing infrastructure that has reached the end of its useful life.\n\nFletcher Field \u2013 Clarksdale, MS\n\nAmount: $150,000\n\nInstallation of a new Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) Type III-P/T to provide accurate, site-specific weather information.\n\nC.A. Moore Airport \u2013 Lexington, MS\n\nAmount: $106,099\n\nReconstruction of the existing soil foundation to address erosion control issues at the end of their useful life.\n\nIndianola Municipal Airport \u2013 Indianola, MS\n\nAmount: $97,800\n\nReconstruction of 120 feet of perimeter fencing and gates, along with improvements to the Taxiway A safety area.\n\nGreenville Mid-Delta Airport \u2013 Greenville, MS\n\nAmount: $186,000\n\nRehabilitation of 2,000 feet of Taxiway B pavement. This grant funds the first phase of the project, which consists of design.\n\nHawkins Field \u2013 Jackson, MS\n\nAmount: $158,334\n\nRehabilitation of 133,333 square yards of west apron pavement. This award funds a portion of the total project.\n\nJohn Bell Williams Airport \u2013 Raymond, MS\n\nAmount: $450,000\n\nResealing of 6,495 feet of Taxiway A and 5,499 feet of Runway 12/30 pavement at this nonprimary airport to extend pavement life.\n\nAll projects are funded through the FAA\u2019s Airport Infrastructure Grant Program and represent the remaining eligible portions of previously approved improvement plans.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T01:08:28Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-national-science-foundation-award-jackson-state", "Congressman Thompson Announces National Science Foundation Award to Jackson State University", "2025-06-12", "2025", "2025-06", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced that Jackson State University has been awarded a $199,755 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support cutting-edge research in traffic signal control systems. The project, entitled \u201cERI: Advancement of Max Pressure Traffic Signal Control in Partially Connected and Automated Transportation Systems,\u201d is under the direction of Dr. Hao Liu and will begin on August 1, 2025.\n\nThis award, made through NSF\u2019s Engineering Research Initiation (ERI) program, supports research that aims to enhance traffic network efficiency during the transition from human-driven vehicles (HDVs) to connected and autonomous vehicles (CAVs). Research will focus on redefining Max Pressure (MP)-based traffic control systems to address the unique challenges and opportunities presented by this evolving transportation environment.\n\nThe project will support the formation of a sustainable research group at JSU and provide valuable training for students pursuing careers in transportation engineering. Findings from this study are expected to contribute to national progress in transportation science and operational efficiency.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T01:08:28Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/press-release-congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-academy-appointments", "Press Release: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Academy Appointments for Second Congressional District", "2025-05-28", "2025", "2025-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announces the Military Academy appointments for the Second Congressional District.\n\nDylan Michael Wiley has received an appointment to the United States Naval Academy, Class of 2029, after being nominated by U.S. Congressman Bennie G. Thompson.\n\nDylan successfully completed his studies at the Naval Preparatory School (NAPS) in Newport, Rhode Island, where he demonstrated academic excellence and dedication. Throughout his time at NAPS, he excelled in his coursework and made significant contributions to the school community. His positive outlook and unwavering commitment to his future at the Naval Academy reflect his strong aspirations to succeed and lead. Among his many accomplishments, Dylan represented his peers as a NAPS representative. Additionally, he held the role of Supplementary Student Assistant for Physics and served as the NAPS 2nd Company Guide-On.\n\nDylan is the son of Nelson and Debra Wiley, Jr. of Raymond, Mississippi, and he looks forward to continuing his educational journey at the United States Naval Academy.\n\nNicholas McGlorthan, has received an appointment to the United States Air Force Academy, Class of 2029, after being nominated by U.S. Congressman Bennie G. Thompson.\n\nNicholas has successfully completed the Air Force Preparatory School in Colorado Springs, CO. At the USFA Prep School, Nicholas further developed his leadership and academic skills. He served as a Character Officer, guiding fellow Cadets in upholding the honor code. He took part in land navigation exercises in the Colorado mountains, marched in parades, and completed college-level courses in trigonometry, chemistry, and writing. He also participated in an aviation course, which included hands-on flight experience. Hiking the Colorado mountains has become one of his favorite pastimes. Nicholas plans to major in Mechanical Engineering at the Air Force Academy and is exploring a future career in drone piloting.\n\nHe is the son of Sharron McGlorthan of Jackson, Mississippi, and he looks forward to continuing his educational journey at the United States Air Force Academy.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:49:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-statement-republicans-jamming-their-gop-tax-scam", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Statement on Republicans Jamming Their GOP Tax Scam Through the House", "2025-05-22", "2025", "2025-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) voted against House Republicans' Reconciliation Bill (H.R. 1). The legislation includes drastic cuts to Medicaid, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and other basic benefits, to pay for tax cuts for the rich and wealthy.\n\nCongressman Thompson releases the following statement:\n\n\u201cSince my first day in Congress, I have been clear that I will never vote for any cuts to Medicaid, Medicare, Social Security, or any programs that benefit my constituents. Today, I proudly voted against House Republicans' \u201cBig Ugly Bill.\u201d\n\n\u201cThis horrific bill is one of the most shameful pieces of legislation I have ever seen in over 32 years of serving in Congress. Mississippians will suffer. The bill would take health care away from nearly 14 million people due to its harmful cuts to health care and nutrition assistance, which will cause tens of thousands of Mississippians to lose their benefits if this bill passes through the Senate and becomes law.\n\n\u201cIt is disgraceful what Republicans have done today. Instead of helping people, they are making it harder for everyday people to make ends meet. They have continuously shown that they do not care about the poor and underserved. I can only hope that today, the American people realized the hidden cruelty and deception woven into the bill by Republicans.\u201d\n\nSNAP CUTS\n\nAccording to the USDA, 54,481 households in the Second Congressional District of Mississippi participate in SNAP. African Americans have the highest rate (13,838 households or 25.4%) of SNAP participation in the District.\n\nHEALTH CARE CUTS", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:49:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-over-127-million-hhs-head-start-grant-awards", "Congressman Thompson Announces Over $12.7 Million in HHS Head Start Grant Awards for Mississippi", "2025-05-08", "2025", "2025-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) announced that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded two significant grants totaling more than $12.7 million to support Head Start programs in Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District.\n\nThe grants are awarded as follows:\n\nHinds County Human Resource Agency \u2013 $9,595,720\n\nFunding supports comprehensive early childhood education, health, nutrition, and parent involvement services under the Head Start program.\n\nCoahoma Opportunities, Inc. \u2013 $3,122,149\n\nThis grant will enable continued operation and enhancement of Head Start services in Coahoma County and surrounding communities.\n\n\u201cThese grants represent a vital investment in the future of our children and families,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cEarly childhood education lays the foundation for lifelong success, and I am proud to support programs that ensure every child\u2014regardless of their zip code\u2014has access to quality care and education.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:49:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/thompson-announces-federal-grants-improve-local-airports-across-mississippis", "Thompson Announces Federal Grants to Improve Local Airports Across Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District", "2025-05-08", "2025", "2025-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) today announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation has awarded more than $2.4 million in federal funds to support airport improvement projects in communities across Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District. The grants, awarded through the Federal Aviation Administration\u2019s (FAA) FY25 Airport Infrastructure Grant (AIG) program, will fund critical upgrades to improve safety, efficiency, and operations at six local airports.\n\n\u201cThese grants are meaningful investments in our district\u2019s infrastructure,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cThey help ensure our local airports can continue serving travelers, businesses, and emergency responders effectively while supporting jobs and economic growth right here at home.\u201d\n\nThe following airports will receive FAA funding:", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:49:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-issues-statement-threats-against-tougaloo", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Issues Statement on Threats Against Tougaloo College Following Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett\u2019s Commencement Address", "2025-05-06", "2025", "2025-05", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement on threats against Tougaloo College following Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett\u2019s commencement address:\n\n\u201cIt is unfortunate that a day of celebration at Tougaloo College was met with attempts by extremists to overshadow the moment and intimidate those in attendance. Their threats, aimed at undermining Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett\u2019s powerful commencement address, failed. The Tougaloo community remains proud, strong, and unmoved.\n\n\u201cTougaloo College is known around the world and has long been an agent for change during some of our nation\u2019s most difficult times. Congresswoman Crockett is one of the most sought-after voices in the U.S. House of Representatives, and we were honored to have her speak.\n\n\u201cI stand in solidarity with the Tougaloo community and commend Congresswoman Crockett for her inspiring message to the graduates. Under no circumstances will we be intimidated by fear.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:49:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-thompson-carter-titus-kennedy-announce-disaster-equity-and-building", "Rep. Thompson, Carter, Titus, Kennedy Announce Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus for the 119th Congress", "2025-04-28", "2025", "2025-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Reps. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA), Dina Titus (D-NV), and Tim Kennedy (D-NY) announced the leadership and membership of the Congressional Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus for the 119th Congress. The Caucus, which was created two years ago, promotes the benefits of resilience and the need for equity in the country\u2019s disaster preparedness and response infrastructure. Research has shown that racial minorities, rural areas, low-income communities, Tribes, individuals with disabilities, seniors, and children are all more likely to experience the most devastating impacts of disasters.\n\nReps. Thompson, Carter, Titus, and Kennedy will serve together as co-Chairs of the Caucus. They, along with Caucus members, aim to use the Caucus to advance conversations about how Congress can make disaster outcomes more equitable and strengthen communities. Since it was formed in 2023, the Caucus has held events with senior officials from the Biden White House and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and convened panels with key stakeholders to address urgent challenges and drive actionable solutions.\n\n\u201cAs natural disasters become more severe and frequent, we\u2019ve seen evidence showing that low-income communities and communities of color get left behind after disasters strike. That is inexcusable and unsustainable \u2013 and it\u2019s something we must all address,\u201d said Rep. Bennie G. Thompson. \u201cWhether you can fully recover after a disaster should not depend on your background or where you live. Having frank discussions with my colleagues and disaster recovery experts on how we can do better is even more critical today as we see the Trump administration not only calling for the elimination of FEMA, but seemingly working around the clock to erase any progress that has been made in recent years to reduce systemic barriers to recovery. The Federal government must do better.\u201d\n\n\u201cStorms don\u2019t discriminate, and disaster relief shouldn\u2019t either. Yet there have been long-standing inequities in disaster relief, especially for low-income, rural, and other minority communities. Louisiana knows this all too well, particularly as we prepare to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina. I\u2019m proud to co-chair the Congressional Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus, which will advocate for disaster preparedness and recovery that better serves everyone. I look forward to working with the Caucus on how we better prepare for and recover from natural disasters,\u201d said Rep. Troy A. Carter, Sr.\n\n\u201cAs the frequency and severity of natural disasters increase, it is more important than ever to ensure that every community has access to the tools it needs to prepare and recover from extreme weather events. Disasters wreak havoc on red states and blue states across the country. As a senior member of the House subcommittee overseeing emergency management and as the Co-Chair for the Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus, I\u2019ve worked with FEMA and my Congressional colleagues to push for equitable disaster relief and resilience across the board. Together we can work to close the recovery gap and help every affected community and family rebuild,\u201d said Rep. Dina Titus.\n\n\u201cWestern New Yorkers know all too well the disproportionate impacts of extreme weather on our most vulnerable communities,\u201d said Rep. Tim Kennedy. \u201cWe saw this firsthand during Winter Storm Elliott, a historic blizzard in December 2022 that took the lives of 47 individuals in my community. As these incidents become more frequent and more severe, we must ensure equity is at the forefront of the fight to improve disaster response, harden infrastructure, and build more resilient communities. I look forward to engaging in productive conversations as Co-Chair of the Disaster Equity and Building Resilience Caucus about the importance of parity in federal disaster assistance for extreme cold weather. I want to thank Ranking Member Thompson for his continuous and steadfast leadership in Congress to make disaster recovery and response more equitable.\u201d\n\nIn recent years, the Committee on Homeland Security held hearings on the issue of equity in disaster preparedness. The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) also produced a report on disaster equity and barriers to recovery. Both led to legislation authored by Rep. Bennie G. Thompson to address systemic inequities in the Federal government\u2019s response to disasters and how it distributes assistance. The Biden administration prioritized addressing equity in emergency management; however, those initiatives seem to have been canceled, with all evidence of them removed from White House and FEMA websites.\n\nAdditional Caucus members include Reps. Eleanor Holmes Norton (D-DC), Nydia Vel\u00e1zquez (D-NY), Emanuel Cleaver (D-MO), Al Green (D- TX), Yvette Clarke (D-NY), Terri Sewell (D-AL), Eric Swalwell (D-CA), Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ), Lou Correa (D-CA), Ritchie Torres (D-NY), Robert Garcia (D-CA), Dan Goldman (D-NY), Glenn Ivey (D-MD), Seth Magaziner (D-RI), Rob Menendez (D-NJ), Kevin Mullin (D-CA), Delia Ramirez (D-IL), Shri Thanedar (D-MI), Tom Suozzi (D-NY), Pablo Hern\u00e1ndez (D-PR), Julie Johnson (D-TX), LaMonica Mclver (D-NJ), Nellie Pou (D-NJ).", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:33:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-condemns-trump-directed-removal-americorps-nccc-members", "Congressman Thompson Condemns Trump-Directed Removal of AmeriCorps NCCC Members from Vicksburg Campus", "2025-04-24", "2025", "2025-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) strongly condemned the decision by President Donald Trump and Elon Musk\u2019s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to abruptly remove AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps (NCCC) members from their service at the Vicksburg campus\u2014an action that has stunned local leaders and undermined a longstanding commitment to public service.\n\n\u201cThis is a shameful decision driven by politics, not policy,\u201d said Thompson. \u201cPresident Trump and his allies at DOGE have chosen to dismantle a program that has provided real, tangible support to communities in need\u2014especially in Mississippi. The Vicksburg campus has been a cornerstone of national service for years, and this move is an attack on the values of sacrifice, service, and community.\u201d\n\nIn a letter to Congressman Thompson, Vicksburg Mayor George Flaggs, Jr. decried the action as disruptive and disrespectful\u2014particularly to those AmeriCorps members who were nearing the completion of their service. Thompson echoed those concerns, calling the move a deliberate slap in the face to the young people who answered the call to serve.\n\n\u201cLet me be clear: this isn\u2019t about government reform\u2014it\u2019s about gutting public service to score political points,\u201d said Thompson. \u201cThis administration has once again shown its disdain for the very people who dedicate themselves to helping others.\u201d\n\nCongressman Thompson also criticized members of the Mississippi congressional delegation who have remained silent, calling their inaction \u201ccomplicit\u201d and warning of the long-term consequences of political cowardice.\n\n\u201cI am proud to stand with Mayor Flaggs and the people of Vicksburg in fighting for this program,\u201d Thompson added. \u201cIf Republican leadership has the courage to correct this mistake and reinstate NCCC, I will support it wholeheartedly. But make no mistake\u2014this damage was done by Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and those too afraid to challenge them.\u201d\n\nLetter From Mayor Flaggs", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:33:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-announces-greenwood-leflore-hospital-selected", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Announces Greenwood Leflore Hospital Selected for Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program", "2025-04-23", "2025", "2025-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS 02) announced today that Greenwood Leflore Hospital has been selected to participate in the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program, a federal initiative aimed at supporting health care access and sustainability in rural communities.\n\nThe program, administered by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), is designed to test the feasibility of cost-based reimbursement for small rural hospitals that are too large to be designated as Critical Access Hospitals. Through this program, CMS will assess both the financial impact on hospitals and the effect on health care delivery in the populations they serve.\n\n\u201cThis is a meaningful victory for Greenwood Leflore Hospital and the rural communities that depend on it,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cFor far too long, rural hospitals have operated at a disadvantage, being underfunded, understaffed, and overburdened. This program is a step toward leveling the playing field, giving hospitals the resources they need to provide quality care and remain open.\u201d\n\nParticipation in the Rural Community Hospital Demonstration Program will provide Greenwood Leflore Hospital with more stable and equitable reimbursement under Medicare, helping to ensure it can continue serving patients in Leflore County and across the Mississippi Delta.\n\n\u201cEvery Mississippian, no matter where they live, deserves access to reliable, high quality health care,\u201d Thompson added. \u201cI will keep fighting to make sure our rural hospitals get the support they need to meet that promise.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:33:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-host-town-halls-budget-cuts-and-critical", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson to Host Town Halls on Budget Cuts and Critical Benefits Updates", "2025-04-08", "2025", "2025-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) will host a town hall to address Trump\u2019s cuts to the Department of Education, Department of Health & Human Services, Social Security Administration, and other key government programs in Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District. The discussion will cover how these proposed cuts could impact students, seniors, and low-income families who depend on federal programs.\n\nWHO: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson\n\nWHAT: Town Hall Events - Federal Budget Cuts and Other Key Programs\n\nWHEN & WHERE:\n\nTuesday, April 15, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (CT)\n\nNew Beginnings M.B. Church\n\n35 Triumph Ln\n\nNatchez, MS 39120\n\nThursday, April 24, 2025, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (CT)\n\nNew Hope First Baptist Church\n\n705 Nelson Street\n\nGreenville, MS 38701", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:33:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/media-advisory-congressman-thompson-announces-second-congressional-district", "Media Advisory: Congressman Thompson Announces Second Congressional District Art Competition", "2025-04-02", "2025", "2025-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MISSISSIPPI \u2013 Today, United States Representative Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) announced the Second Congressional District\u2019s \u201cArtistic Discovery\u201d Art Competition. The competition is open to high school students in the Second District.\n\nWHO: Congressman Bennie G. Thompson\n\nWHAT: Second Congressional District\u2019s \u201cArtistic Discovery\u201d Art Competition\n\nWHEN: 11:00 a.m., CST, Friday, April 11, 2025\n\nWHERE: 419 Robertshaw St., Greenville, MS 38701\n\nFor more information, please contact Ashley Beale, at 662-335-9003.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:33:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-245-million-grant-mississippi-department", "Congressman Thompson Announces $2.45 Million Grant to Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality to Support Statewide Environmental Programs", "2025-04-01", "2025", "2025-04", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) is pleased to announce that the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) has been awarded $2,458,383 through a Performance Partnership Grant (PPG) from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This funding, part of a larger $16,187,623 approved amount, will support the State of Mississippi\u2019s continuing environmental programs (CEP) aimed at protecting public health, restoring ecosystems, and improving environmental quality.\n\nThe grant, authorized under the 1996 Appropriations Act (PL 104-134) and the 1998 Appropriations Act (PL 105-65), will provide MDEQ with greater flexibility to address its highest environmental priorities, enhance performance, and strengthen its partnership with the EPA. The funds will be used for a variety of activities, including:\n\nMonitoring, inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure compliance with federal environmental regulations.\n\nAmbient air and water quality monitoring to detect and mitigate pollution.\n\nCleanup and revitalization of contaminated areas to promote safe and productive land use.\n\nTechnical assistance to government and the private sector to reduce pollution and protect natural resources.\n\nThe expected outcomes of the project include improved water quality, reduced contamination risks, enhanced air quality standards, and restored land for productive use. These efforts will ultimately support a healthier environment and stronger communities for all Mississippians.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:33:40Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-condemns-trump-administration-erasing-medgar-evers", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Condemns Trump Administration for Erasing Medgar Evers from Arlington National Cemetery Website", "2025-03-18", "2025", "2025-03", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) criticizes the Trump administration for its hypocrisy in erasing World War II veteran and civil rights leader Medgar Evers from the Arlington National Cemetery website.\n\n\u201cThis is a disgrace. Medgar Evers was a World War II veteran who fought for this country overseas and then came home to fight for civil rights\u2014only to be assassinated in his own driveway,\u201d said Congressman Thompson (D-MS). Now, under policies set in motion by the Trump administration, his name has been erased from the Arlington National Cemetery website, as if his service and sacrifice never existed. This is not a mistake. This is a choice.\u201d\n\nFor years, Congressman Thompson championed a bill to establish the Medgar and Myrlie Evers Home as a National Monument. In 2019, Trump signed the bill into law, calling Evers \u201ca great American hero.\u201d Yet Trump\u2019s policies have now resulted in Evers being erased from the Arlington National Cemetery website, removing him from a section honoring Black Americans who served in the nation\u2019s wars. By purging Medgar Evers and other Black veterans, the Trump administration has once again demonstrated its disregard for racial justice and historical truth.\n\n\u201cThe hypocrisy is staggering. Trump\u2019s administration wanted to claim credit for honoring Medgar Evers when it was politically convenient. Medgar Evers fought for this country, and his sacrifice will not be erased by the Trump administration or those seeking to rewrite history. We will fight to ensure that his legacy remains intact, honored, and remembered.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:15:27Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-issues-statement-passing-former-mississippi", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Issues Statement on the Passing of Former Mississippi State Representative Robert G. Clark", "2025-03-04", "2025", "2025-03", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "WASHINGTON, D.C. \u2013 Today, Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) released the following statement on the passing of former Mississippi State Representative Robert G. Clark, a trailblazer whose tireless work reshaped the political and educational landscape of our state:\n\n\"I am deeply saddened by the passing of former Mississippi State Representative Robert G. Clark, a true pioneer and unwavering champion for justice, education, and equality. Robert Clark\u2019s contributions to Mississippi are immeasurable, and his legacy will forever be felt in the halls of our state\u2019s government and beyond.\"\n\n\"Mississippi has lost a giant. Robert Clark\u2019s courage, resilience, and dedication to justice serve as an enduring example for all of us who continue the fight for progress. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and the countless people whose lives he touched. May we honor his legacy by continuing his work to build a more just and equitable Mississippi.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T00:15:27Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/revised-congressman-bennie-thompson-issues-statement-ongoing-mail-delays", "REVISED: Congressman Bennie Thompson Issues Statement on Ongoing Mail Delays at Jackson Processing Facility", "2025-02-26", "2025", "2025-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "(BOLTON, MS) \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) released the following statement regarding the ongoing mail delays at the Jackson Processing Facility:\n\n\"My office has been made aware of the persistent mail delays at the Jackson Processing Facility, which have caused significant inconvenience to residents and businesses in the region. I understand the frustrations these delays have caused, and I want to assure my constituents that I am actively engaged in addressing this issue.\n\nThe following information was provided to me by a United States Postal Service officials:\n\n\u201cSenior Postal Service Leadership, including the Regional Processing Vice President and the new Senior Division Processing Director for Mississippi, Alabama, Louisiana, and Oklahoma, have been onsite in Jackson this week working with local management to resolve these delays and bring plant operations up to date. The U.S. Postal Service has also committed to increased overtime and a heightened focus on mail and packages destined for ZIP codes served by the Jackson facility\u201d.\n\nWhile I acknowledge these efforts, I remain concerned about the continued disruption in mail service. Timely mail delivery is critical for families, businesses, and those who rely on essential correspondence, including Social Security checks, prescription medications, and time-sensitive documents. My office will continue to monitor this situation closely to ensure postal officials take the necessary steps to bring the Jackson Mail Processing Facility up to acceptable standards.\n\nI urge residents experiencing mail delays to report their concerns to my office or directly to the U.S. Postal Service. I will remain in contact with postal officials to ensure transparency and accountability as they work to improve operations at the Jackson facility.\"\n\nAll United States Postal Service press inquiries should be emailed to Mr. James Stotts at James.E.Stotts@usps.gov.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T23:42:11Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-femas-hazard-mitigation-grant-open-1", "CONGRESSMAN THOMPSON ANNOUNCES FEMA\u2019s HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT IS OPEN", "2025-02-07", "2025", "2025-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson announced that the application period for Federal Emergency Management Agency's (FEMA) Fiscal Year (FY) 2024 Hazard Mitigation Assistance Grants is now open. According to FEMA\u2019s published Notices of Funding Opportunity for the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) and Flood Mitigation Assistance Hazard Mitigation grants, there is $750 million available for BRIC grants and $600 million available for Flood Mitigation Assistance grants for FY 2024. These funds can be used to combat the effects of climate change and build stronger communities. The deadline to apply is March 7, 2025 through the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency.\n\n\"Climate change continues to worsen the frequency and severity of natural disasters,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cTo safeguard our communities, it is imperative to prioritize and invest in hazard mitigation strategies. This funding will empower communities in Mississippi to strengthen their infrastructure\u2014protecting lives and property from disasters such as flooding, hurricanes, and tornadoes. I strongly encourage every community in Mississippi to take advantage of this opportunity and apply for this critical funding.\"", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T23:42:11Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-host-virtual-town-hall-event", "CONGRESSMAN BENNIE G. THOMPSON TO HOST VIRTUAL TOWN HALL EVENT", "2025-02-06", "2025", "2025-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS) invites residents of Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District to join an important town hall discussion on the impact of President Trump\u2019s executive orders.\n\nThe discussion will address the direct threats the executive orders pose to Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District and their potential impact on key areas such as education, healthcare, tariffs, and veterans' services.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T23:42:11Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/former-january-6-committee-chairman-thompson-statement-fbi-sending-detailed", "Former January 6 Committee Chairman Thompson Statement on the FBI Sending Detailed Info on 5,000 Employees Who Worked January 6 Cases to the Justice Department", "2025-02-05", "2025", "2025-02", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chairman of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, released the following statement on news the FBI has sent detailed information on 5,000 employees who worked on January 6 cases to the Justice Department:\n\n\u201cTrump\u2019s retaliation against FBI employees who investigated the January 6th attack is political interference with the administration of justice. That is the stuff of dictatorships\u2014not the United States. I support FBI employees\u2019 lawsuits to stop the weaponization of the Bureau and Trump\u2019s shameful attempt to rewrite history.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T23:42:11Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-honors-innovative-minds-2024-congressional-app", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Honors Innovative Minds in the 2024 Congressional App Challenge", "2025-01-31", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) proudly announces the 2024 Congressional App Challenge winners for Mississippi's 2nd Congressional District. Two brilliant minds, Summer Boatman and Bryson Flowers, students at Grenada High School, clinched first place with their groundbreaking digital application creation, \u201cFITTERFLY.\u201d The app is designed to promote a healthy lifestyle for teenagers while incorporating familiar elements of social media (user profiles, badges, activity streams, etc.) to keep users engaged. To view the 2024 winners, including FITTERFLY, click here.\n\n\u201cAt a very young age, we\u2019ve had a passion for fitness, and through the app, we hope to inspire others. We are both in NJROTC [Navy Junior Reserve Officers Training Corps], and we understand fitness and the importance of a healthy lifestyle\u2026 There is a lack of physical engagement and education with teens, and we want to make a change. We use multiple fitness apps ourselves and wanted to make an app that combines our favorite features into one,\u201d said Summer and Bryson.\n\nCongressman Thompson expressed his pride in hosting the annual Congressional App Challenge, urging students to pursue STEM careers. \u201cI commend the outstanding efforts of Summer and Bryson, and all participating students. I look forward to a greater influx of innovative applicants in the future.\u201d\n\n2025 Congressional App Challenge", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-and-former-congresswoman-liz-cheney-joint", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson and Former Congresswoman Liz Cheney Joint Statement on Behalf of the Members of the Bipartisan Select Committee on the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol", "2025-01-20", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chair of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, and Liz Cheney, former Vice Chair of the of the Committee, released the following statement on the behalf of the Members of the Committee:\n\n\u201cOn behalf of the Members of the Select Committee on the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, we express our gratitude to President Biden for recognizing that we and our families have been continuously targeted not only with harassment, lies and threats of criminal violence, but also with specific threats of criminal prosecution and imprisonment by members of the incoming administration, simply for doing our jobs and upholding our oaths of office. We have been pardoned today not for breaking the law but for upholding it.\n\n\u201cThese are indeed \u2018extraordinary circumstances\u2019 when public servants are pardoned to prevent false prosecution by the government for having worked faithfully as Members of Congress to expose the facts of a months-long criminal effort to override the will of the voters after the 2020 elections, including by inciting a violent insurrection to thwart the peaceful transfer of power. Such a prosecution would be ordered and conducted by persons who led this unprecedented attack on our constitutional system. We are not deterred, we have never been deterred, and we will never be deterred by threats of criminal violence or criminal prosecution, and we are encouraged greatly for the future of the rule of law by the existence of the Constitution\u2019s sweeping Speech and Debate Clause as well as this general pardon by President Biden of our Committee and its excellent staff.\n\n\u201cWe pray that our institutions will prevail over these coming four years, but their survival will undoubtedly require courage by the citizenry, those in elected office and the press. The truth and the Constitution must prevail.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T23:38:47Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/former-january-6-committee-chairman-thompson-statement-president-trump", "Former January 6 Committee Chairman Thompson Statement on President Trump Pardoning Over 1500 Criminals", "2025-01-20", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chairman of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, released the following statement on President Trump pardoning over 1500 criminals who were involved in the attack on the Capitol:\n\n\u201cWith these pardons and grants of clemency, President Trump has started his second term just like he finished his first: with lawless contempt for our justice system and our democracy. Many of these criminals were convicted of violent crimes against law enforcement. All have been found guilty or pleaded guilty of crimes against the United States - and all tried to stop the peaceful transfer of power on January 6 in servitude to Donald Trump and the Big Lie. To be clear, none were solely protesting or expressing their First Amendment rights. None are victims and none are hostages.\n\n\u201cDonald Trump will never be allowed to rewrite history of January 6, 2021. Donald Trump, his enablers, and all those who broke the law that day will never be able to erase the stain of their dishonor. History will remember.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T23:38:47Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-75000-national-park-service-grant-emmett", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces $75,000 National Park Service Grant for Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley Sites", "2025-01-15", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) is pleased to announce that the National Park Service (NPS) has awarded a $75,000 grant to the Emmett Till Interpretive Center as part of the Underrepresented Communities Grant Program. This funding will support the documentation and National Register nomination of multiple sites associated with the legacy of Emmett Till and Mamie Till-Mobley in Mississippi.\n\nThis project is one of 20 initiatives across 17 states and the District of Columbia that will benefit from a total of $1,250,000 in funding under the program, which was established by Congress in 2014 to expand the National Register of Historic Places by recognizing places significant to underrepresented groups. Since its inception, the program has awarded $8.25 million to support historic surveys and nominations.\n\nThe funding is provided through the Historic Preservation Fund (HPF), which uses revenue from federal offshore oil and gas leases to support a wide array of preservation projects without spending taxpayer dollars. Since 1977, the HPF has awarded more than $2 billion in grants to states, Tribes, local governments, and nonprofit organizations to preserve cultural resources.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-usda-rural-development-loan-guarantee", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces USDA Rural Development Loan Guarantee for Eastgate Apartments Rehabilitation in Humphreys County", "2025-01-15", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) today announced the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development's approval of a $50,000 loan guarantee under the Multi-Family Housing Loan Guarantees program to assist with the transfer, assumption, and rehabilitation of Eastgate Apartments, a family Section 515 multi-family housing complex in Belzoni, Mississippi.\n\nThe project, led by Eastgate Apartments II LP, aims to significantly enhance living conditions for current and future tenants. The complex, consisting of 16 two-bedroom units, will undergo substantial rehabilitation, ensuring quality and affordable housing for families in Humphreys County.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-199-million-grant-i-55-pedestrian-mobility-and", "Congressman Thompson Announces $19.9 Million Grant for I-55 Pedestrian Mobility and Safety Improvements", "2025-01-09", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS. \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded a $19,947,355 Local and Regional Project Assistance Grant (RAISE) to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT). This transformative investment will fund critical pedestrian mobility and safety improvements along the I-55 corridor in Mississippi\u2019s 2nd Congressional District.\n\nThe project will install ADA-compliant sidewalks on the East and West I-55 frontage roads, providing safer pedestrian access to key areas. Enhancements include marked pedestrian crossings, safety signage, crossing push buttons and displays, and improved lighting. Additional improvements will feature glare screen fencing on top of the concrete median of I-55, raised medians with pedestrian refuge islands, and new pedestrian facilities on County Line Road and Briarwood Drive over the interstate.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/former-january-6-committee-chairman-thompson-statement-anniversary-january-6", "Former January 6 Committee Chairman Thompson Statement on the Anniversary of the January 6 Attack on the Capitol", "2025-01-06", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chairman of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, released the following statement on the anniversary of the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol:\n\n\u201cToday, on the 4th Anniversary of the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, we remember violence of that day, we remember the lives lost, and we remember the heroism of law enforcement who responded to protect the citadel of our democracy. Today, we also recommit our charge to preserve our democracy for generations to come. It must be protected from those who wish to subvert it.\n\n\u201cDonald Trump was responsible for the violence on January 6, 2021 and nothing \u2013 no lie, no conspiracy theory, no pardon, and no threat of vengeful prosecution \u2013 will rewrite history or wipe away his responsibility for that day.\n\n\u201cThe truth must always be our North Star.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/former-january-6-committee-chairman-thompson-statement-anniversary-january-6-0", "Former January 6 Committee Chairman Thompson Statement on the Anniversary of the January 6 Attack on the Capitol", "2025-01-06", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS), former Chairman of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol, released the following statement on the anniversary of the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol:\n\n\u201cToday, on the 4th Anniversary of the January 6, 2021 attack on the Capitol, we remember violence of that day, we remember the lives lost, and we remember the heroism of law enforcement who responded to protect the citadel of our democracy. Today, we also recommit our charge to preserve our democracy for generations to come. It must be protected from those who wish to subvert it.\n\n\u201cDonald Trump was responsible for the violence on January 6, 2021 and nothing \u2013 no lie, no conspiracy theory, no pardon, and no threat of vengeful prosecution \u2013 will rewrite history or wipe away his responsibility for that day.\n\n\u201cThe truth must always be our North Star.\u201d", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-commends-presidents-honoring-mississippi-native", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Commends the President\u2019s Honoring of Mississippi Native Fannie Lou Hamer with the Presidential Medal of Freedom", "2025-01-04", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, President Joseph R. Biden will honor posthumously civil rights leader, women\u2019s rights activist, community organizer, and Mississippi\u2019s Second Congressional District native Fannie Lou Hamer with the Presidential Medal of Freedom. The award will be presented at The White House at 1:00 p.m. EST/ 12:00 p.m. CST.\n\nThe Presidential Medal of Freedom is the nation\u2019s highest civilian honor, presented to individuals who have made meritorious contributions to the security or national interests of the United States, to world peace, or to cultural or other significant public or private endeavors.\n\n\u201cThe Presidential Medal of Freedom is a testament to Fannie Lou Hamer\u2019s enduring impact on not only Mississippi but also the entire country. My life was transformed while working on the Fannie Lou Hamer campaign for Congress. I am deeply influenced by her legacy, and I am honored to witness this recognition. I extend my gratitude to President Biden for acknowledging Hamer\u2019s pivotal role in American history and bestowing upon her this well-deserved honor,\u201d Thompson said.\n\nHamer, born in Montgomery County, Mississippi, served as Vice Chair of the Freedom Democratic Party. Representing the party at the 1964 Democratic National Convention, she delivered a powerful televised speech to the credentials committee advocating for the integration of state delegations, a moment that became a defining highlight of her activism. Her work was instrumental in the passage of the 1965 Voting Rights Act. As she continued her fight towards equality, Hamer became a co-founder of the National Women\u2019s Political Caucus to support women of all races who wished to seek election to government office. She died on March 14, 1977, in Mound Bayou, Mississippi.\n\nFannie Lou Hamer devoted her life to advancing civil rights and women\u2019s rights in Mississippi and the United States. Her efforts to promote racial justice and equality live through generations.\n\nIf you would like to view the Presidential Medal of Freedom presentation, please visit: www.whitehouse.gov/live/", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-g-thompson-receive-presidential-citizens-medal", "Congressman Bennie G. Thompson to receive Presidential Citizens Medal", "2025-01-02", "2025", "2025-01", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "Washington, D.C. \u2013 Today, President Joe Biden announced Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) will receive the Presidential Citizens Medal. The Presidential Citizens Medal, one of the nation\u2019s highest civilian honors, is awarded to citizens of the United States who have performed admirable deeds of service for their country or their fellow citizens.\n\n\u201cI am honored to receive the Presidential Citizens Medal from President Biden. From my time as a student in Mississippi at Tougaloo College to the halls of Congress, including my time as the Chairman of the Select Committee to Investigate the January 6 Attack on the United States Capitol, I have had an unwavering commitment to upholding the Constitution and defending democracy. Throughout my nearly six decades as a public servant, whether on the local or federal level, I have worked to ensure that democratic principles work for all Americans, not just a select few.\u201d\n\nPresident Biden will conduct the Presidential Citizens Medal presentation in the East Room of The White House Thursday, January 2, 2025 at 5:00pm EST / 4:00 PM CST.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-06T17:10:36Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-thompson-announces-185-million-federal-grant-funding-mississippi", "Congressman Thompson Announces $1.85 Million in Federal Grant Funding for Mississippi Department of Public Safety", "2024-11-05", "2024", "2024-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS \u2013 Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (MS-02) is pleased to announce that the U.S. Department of Justice\u2019s Office of Justice Programs (OJP) has awarded the Mississippi Department of Public Safety $1,853,862 through the 2024 Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA) Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program.\n\nThe Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program provides critical funding to support a wide range of initiatives aimed at reducing and preventing crime across the state. Through this grant, the Mississippi Department of Public Safety will enhance its efforts to improve community safety, strengthen public trust, and ensure equity and fairness within the justice system.\n\nThe Office of Justice Programs (OJP) plays a key role in supporting national efforts to prevent and reduce crime. With a broad mission that includes providing grants, training, technical assistance, and other essential resources, OJP strengthens the capacity of local communities and states. Its program offices include the Bureau of Justice Assistance (BJA), Bureau of Justice Statistics, National Institute of Justice, Office of Juvenile Justice and Delinquency Prevention, Office for Victims of Crime, and the SMART Office.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T22:07:06Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-307243-grant-support-small-farm", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces $307,243 Grant to Support Small Farm Sustainability and Food Access in the Mississippi Delta", "2024-11-01", "2024", "2024-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS. \u2014 Congressman Bennie Thompson is pleased to announce a grant award of $307,243 to In Her Shoes, Inc., located in Webb, Mississippi, through USDA\u2019s Agricultural Marketing Service Local Food Promotion Program (LFPP), to support the Advancing Small Farm Sustainability in the Mississippi Delta project. This initiative aims to bolster small farm business sustainability and increase access to fresh produce in low-income, rural communities across the Mississippi Delta. With an additional matching contribution of $76,810.75, the total project funding amounts to $384,053.75.\n\n\u201cThis grant provides critical support to local farmers and expands access to fresh, locally grown produce for rural Mississippi communities,\u201d said Congressman Thompson. \u201cThrough this project, In Her Shoes, Inc. will help small farms integrate into new markets, strengthen the regional food supply, and build a more resilient agricultural economy in the Delta.\u201d\n\nThe project will offer training, technical assistance, and market integration support for over 30 locally owned small farms. By developing a mobile produce market and enhancing partnerships with programs like the Local Food Purchase Assistance Program, the project aims to create new channels for local growers and boost food access for Delta residents.\n\nThe project\u2019s goals are to expand opportunities for small farms, strengthen local food systems, and ensure that fresh food is accessible to all Mississippi Delta communities.", 1, "2026-03-30T01:40:41Z", "2026-04-07T22:07:06Z"], ["https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases/congressman-bennie-thompson-announces-675-million-us-department-transportation", "Congressman Bennie Thompson Announces $67.5 Million U.S. Department of Transportation Grant for Central Mississippi Bridge Improvements", "2024-11-01", "2024", "2024-11", "Democrat", "House", "MS", "Bennie G. Thompson", "T000193", "benniethompson.house.gov", "benniethompson", "https://benniethompson.house.gov/media/press-releases", "scraper", "BOLTON, MS. \u2014 Today, Congressman Bennie Thompson announced that the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has awarded a significant federal grant to the Mississippi Department of Transportation (MDOT) through the Bridge Investment Program. This $67,512,520 investment, disbursed by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), will support the Central Bridge Bundle project in Lauderdale, Madison, and Newton Counties, Mississippi.\n\nThe Central Bridge Bundle project aims to replace 13 outdated and structurally compromised bridges that connect rural Mississippi to major urban areas, including Jackson, the state capital. These bridges\u2014many constructed as early as 1928\u2014do not meet current safety or geometric design standards and, with narrow lanes and weight restrictions, pose a safety risk to both freight and commuter traffic.\n\n\u201cThis critical funding will allow us to replace aging bridge infrastructure in central Mississippi, ensuring the safety and connectivity of our communities,\u201d said Congressman Bennie Thompson. \u201cBy investing in safe and reliable transportation routes, we are not only supporting the economic vitality of our rural and urban areas but also securing safe passage for our citizens and supporting the efficient movement of goods.\u201d\n\nMDOT\u2019s plan to bundle these 13 bridges into a single project will allow for streamlined construction, with a single contractor overseeing the replacement of all structures. The new bridges will feature prestressed concrete beam designs with two 12-foot lanes and 6-foot-wide shoulders, providing a safer and more efficient roadway for Mississippi drivers.\n\nThe project will address load-posted structures and significantly improve traffic flow and safety in central Mississippi. 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