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Cindy
Hyde-Smith

Republican U.S. Senator from Mississippi, first appointed in 2018 and reelected in 2020, running for reelection in 2026.

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Background

Cindy Hyde-Smith is a Republican U.S. senator from Mississippi, born and raised in Brookhaven, Mississippi. She earned an associate degree from Copiah-Lincoln Community College and a bachelor's degree from the University of Southern Mississippi in 1981, and has worked as a cattle farmer. 310

Hyde-Smith served in the Mississippi State Senate from 2000 to 2012, then was elected Mississippi Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce in 2011 and reelected in 2015, serving until 2018. 13 She was appointed to the U.S. Senate in April 2018 following the retirement of Thad Cochran, won the 2018 special election to complete the term, and was reelected in 2020. 13

In 2026, Hyde-Smith is the Republican incumbent seeking reelection to the U.S. Senate seat in Mississippi. She is running under the committee "Cindy Hyde-Smith for United States Senate." 276

At a glance

Party
Republican · Incumbent
Running for
U.S. Senate, Mississippi
Election
Nov 3, 2026
Current office
U.S. Senator from Mississippi
Website
cindyhydesmith.com(opens in a new tab)

Where they stand

Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.

Voting record

How Cindy Hyde-Smith voted in Congress: 118th Congress (2023–24) and 119th Congress (2025–26), Jan 23, 2023 to Sep 30, 2026. From the official House and Senate roll call records.

roll call votes
1,606
missed
2.6%
with their party’s majority
98%

Recent key votes

  • Sep 30, 2026 · Senate · PN1129 · Economy & jobs
    Keith Sonderling, of Florida, to be Secretary of Labor
    On the Nomination · Nomination Confirmed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Sep 28, 2026 · Senate · S4668 · Education
    A bill to protect the name, image, and likeness rights of, and provide protections for, student athletes and to promote fair competition among intercollegiate athletics, and for other purposes.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Aug 8, 2026 · Senate · PN1078 · Crime & public safety
    Todd Blanche, of Florida, to be Attorney General
    On the Nomination · Nomination Confirmed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Aug 8, 2026 · Senate · HR6500 · Taxes & budget
    An act making continuing appropriations and extensions for fiscal year 2027, and for other purposes.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Aug 7, 2026 · Senate · HR5334 · Foreign policy & defense
    An act to impose sanctions and other measures with respect to the Russian Federation, as championed by the late Senator Lindsey O. Graham, and for other purposes.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Jul 28, 2026 · Senate · PN1092 · Foreign policy & defense
    Walter Clayton, of New York, to be Director of National Intelligence
    On the Nomination · Nomination Confirmed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Jun 5, 2026 · Senate · S2 · Taxes & budget
    An original bill to provide for reconciliation pursuant to title II of S. Con. Res. 33.
    On Passage of the Bill · Bill Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes
  • Apr 16, 2026 · Senate · HJRES140 · Climate & energy
    A joint resolution providing for congressional disapproval under chapter 8 of title 5, United States Code, of the rule submitted by the Bureau of Land Management relating to Public Land Order No. 7917 for Withdrawal of Federal Lands; Cook, Lake, and Saint Louis Counties, MN.
    On the Joint Resolution · Joint Resolution Passed
    Official roll call ↗(opens in a new tab)
    Yes

Key votes are final decisions on bills and joint resolutions, and top nominations. Software sorts each into an issue from its official title, so check the roll call. All 1,606 votes →

Timeline

  1. Oct 9
    news
    Hyde-Smith joins congressional members urging investigation into Planned Parenthood

    Hyde-Smith was among congressional members urging an investigation into Planned Parenthood, according to the Magnolia Tribune.

    Hyde-Smith, Guest, Ezell among congressional members ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  2. Oct 9
    news
    Local opinion column questions whether Mississippi's Senate seat is truly in play

    A Leader-Call opinion column examined whether Mississippi's Senate seat was genuinely competitive, citing polling and fundraising dynamics in the Hyde-Smith vs. Colom race.

    Is Mississippi's Senate seat really in play? | Columnists · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  3. Oct 7
    news
    Republican-aligned outside groups spent ~$1.6M supporting Hyde-Smith since September

    The Downballot reported FEC data showing Republican-aligned outside groups had spent about $1.6 million supporting Hyde-Smith since the start of September, compared with about $500,000 from Colom-aligned groups over the same period.

    Morning Digest: New spending shows Senate battlefield expanding ... · Oct 7, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  4. Oct 6
    endorsement
    ABA and MBA release ad supporting Hyde-Smith's economic record

    The American Bankers Association and Mississippi Bankers Association released an advertisement encouraging Sen. Hyde-Smith to continue championing economic growth. The organizations described it as an ad, not a formal endorsement.

    ABA, MBA release ad encouraging Sen. Hyde-Smith to continue championing economic growth | ABA Banking Journal · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  5. Oct 5
    news
    Candidate comparison published on Hyde-Smith's and Colom's positions on AI and energy

    A Yahoo News candidate issue comparison reported Hyde-Smith's positions on AI and data-center development, saying she supported competing in AI while ensuring companies pay their own way and local resources are protected. Her position on the Rate Payer Protection Act was also covered.

    Where do Senate candidates Hyde-Smith, Colom stand on ... · Oct 5, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  6. Oct 2
    news
    Hyde-Smith highlights $423 million in farm-safety-net payments for Mississippi producers

    Hyde-Smith's Senate office announced she had highlighted the rollout of an estimated $423 million in farm-safety-net payments to Mississippi producers under the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, and called for passage of a new farm bill.

    HYDE-SMITH HIGHLIGHTS THE ROLLOUT OF $423 ... · Oct 2, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  7. Oct 1
    news
    Hyde-Smith praises Senate passage of Mental Health in Aviation Act she cosponsored

    Hyde-Smith praised the Senate's unanimous-consent passage of the John A. Hauser Mental Health in Aviation Act, which she cosponsored, and expressed her intent to see the measure enacted.

    HYDE-SMITH PRAISES SENATE PASSAGE OF MENTAL HEALTH ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  8. Oct 1
    debate
    Colom renews debate challenge, cites Hyde-Smith's Epstein-files vote as controversy

    Colom's campaign issued a statement calling Hyde-Smith 'chicken' for declining to debate, and highlighted her vote to block release of the Epstein files. Businessman Mark Vines appeared with Colom, saying the vote had cost Hyde-Smith his support. These characterizations came from Colom's campaign.

    “She's Chicken”: District Attorney Scott Colom Challenges ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  9. Oct 1
    news
    Washington Post: Mississippi Senate race drawing new Democratic attention

    The Washington Post reported that the race was attracting growing Democratic interest, with Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer directing some donors toward Colom. The DSCC had not yet formally invested. The report framed Colom's challenge as a long shot.

    Mississippi Democrats dare to wonder whether Senate ... · Oct 1, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  10. Sep 29
    endorsement
    U.S. Chamber of Commerce endorses Hyde-Smith for reelection

    The U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Sen. Hyde-Smith for the 2026 Mississippi Senate race, citing her work on economic policy.

    U.S. Chamber Endorses Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith for ... · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  11. Sep 29
    debate
    Colom challenges Hyde-Smith to debate, calls her 'chicken' for not accepting

    Scott Colom publicly challenged Hyde-Smith to debate, saying he had accepted invitations from two Mississippi TV stations. His campaign said Hyde-Smith had not accepted any debate invitation.

    Colom challenges Hyde-Smith to debates, calls her ‘chicken’ · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  12. Sep 21
    news
    Mississippi makes absentee ballots available for November 3 general election

    The Mississippi Secretary of State announced absentee ballots were available for the 2026 general election. Voter-registration applications had to be submitted in person or postmarked by October 5 to qualify.

    Absentee Ballots Now Available for the 2026 General ... · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  13. Sep 21
    news
    Mississippi Today profiles Senate matchup: Hyde-Smith vs. Colom vs. Pinkins

    Mississippi Today reported on the general-election field, profiling the three candidates — incumbent Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith, Democrat Scott Colom, and independent Ty Pinkins.

    Mississippi midterms: Senate race pits Hyde-Smith against Colom, Pinkins · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  14. Sep 15
    news
    Mississippi Today publishes 2026 midterms election guide covering Senate race

    Mississippi Today published a guide to the 2026 midterm elections, noting Hyde-Smith faces Democrat Scott Colom and independent Ty Pinkins. The regular Senate election is decided by plurality, requiring no runoff.

    Mississippi 2026 midterm elections guide · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  15. Sep 15
    news
    Analysis: Mississippi Senate race won't go to a runoff under state rules

    The Downballot reported that Mississippi's regular U.S. Senate election is decided by plurality, meaning Hyde-Smith, Colom, or Pinkins could win without a majority and there will be no runoff.

    Why Mississippi's Senate race won't go to a runoff—no matter what · Sep 15, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  16. Aug 15
    poll
    Poll shows Hyde-Smith leading Colom 47%–41% among likely voters

    Data for Progress surveyed 1,018 likely voters August 5–15 and found Hyde-Smith at 47% and Colom at 41%. This is the latest poll listed in the polling tracker as of October 10, 2026.

    Cindy Hyde-Smith Polls: Polling Average & Latest Surveys · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
  17. Mar 1
    filing
    Hyde-Smith wins Republican primary with 80.8% of the vote

    Hyde-Smith secured the Republican nomination for Mississippi's U.S. Senate seat, receiving 80.8% in the primary. Scott Colom won the Democratic primary in the same cycle.

    Cindy Hyde-Smith - smarter.vote · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)

Endorsements

  • Mississippi House Speaker Jason White and 34 state senators and 73 state representatives official
    Campaign-reported list of Mississippi legislative endorsers; no individual endorsement dates provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Rep. Trent Kelly official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Gov. Tate Reeves official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Treasurer David McRae official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Insurance Commissioner Mike Chaney official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Rep. Michael Guest official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Lt. Gov. Delbert Hosemann official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Auditor Shad White official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Sen. Roger Wicker official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Rep. Mike Ezell official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Attorney General Lynn Fitch official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • Agriculture Commissioner Andy Gipson official
    Listed among Hyde-Smith's endorsers in campaign-reported roundup of Mississippi statewide officials; no individual endorsement date provided. magnoliatribune.com
  • American Bankers Association and Mississippi Bankers Association organization
    Released a voter ad praising Hyde-Smith's policy work and urging her to continue it. The announcement does not describe this as a formal reelection endorsement; treated here as supportive public messaging rather than a confirmed endorsement. aba.com · Oct 6, 2026
  • U.S. Chamber of Commerce organization
    Announced endorsement of Hyde-Smith's reelection to the Senate on September 29, 2026. uschamber.com · Sep 29, 2026
  • President Donald Trump official
    Endorsed Hyde-Smith in March 2025, posting: "Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith is 100% MAGA, and doing a fantastic job representing the Incredible People of Mississippi!" magnoliatribune.com · Mar 1, 2025

Past elections

General election results for federal office, from the Federal Election Commission.

YearSeatResultVotesShare
2020U.S. Senate MS · RWon709,51154.1%
2018U.S. Senate MS · NWon389,99541.2%

Covers the 2016 to 2022 general elections. The FEC has not yet published 2024 congressional results.

Campaign finance

Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.

Raised
$5.46M
Spent
$3.08M
Cash on hand
$2.54M

As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record S8MS00261(opens in a new tab)

Sources 31

  1. [1] Cindy Hyde-Smith Polls: Polling Average & Latest Surveys(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
  2. [2] Hyde-Smith, Guest, Ezell among congressional members ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  3. [3] Is Mississippi's Senate seat really in play? | Columnists(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
  4. [4] Cindy Hyde-Smith - smarter.vote(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
  5. [5] Morning Digest: New spending shows Senate battlefield expanding ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
  6. [6] ABA, MBA release ad encouraging Sen. Hyde-Smith to continue championing economic growth | ABA Banking Journal(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  7. [7] Health Care(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  8. [8] Mississippi Voter Ad Sen Cindy Hyde Smith(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  9. [9] Pro-Life | Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
  10. [10] Where do Senate candidates Hyde-Smith, Colom stand on ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
  11. [11] HYDE-SMITH HIGHLIGHTS THE ROLLOUT OF $423 ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  12. [12] Jobs and Economy(opens in a new tab) Oct 2, 2026
  13. [13] “She's Chicken”: District Attorney Scott Colom Challenges ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  14. [14] HYDE-SMITH PRAISES SENATE PASSAGE OF MENTAL HEALTH ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  15. [15] Law Enforcement & Public Safety(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  16. [16] Mississippi Democrats dare to wonder whether Senate ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 1, 2026
  17. [17] Foreign Affairs | Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
  18. [18] Colom challenges Hyde-Smith to debates, calls her ‘chicken’(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  19. [19] U.S. Chamber Endorses Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith for ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
  20. [20] Absentee Ballots Now Available for the 2026 General ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  21. [21] Mississippi midterms: Senate race pits Hyde-Smith against Colom, Pinkins(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
  22. [22] Energy and Environment | Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  23. [23] Mississippi 2026 midterm elections guide(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  24. [24] Why Mississippi's Senate race won't go to a runoff—no matter what(opens in a new tab) Sep 15, 2026
  25. [25] HYDE-SMITH CELEBRATES NEW AFFORDABLE ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 13, 2026
  26. [26] HYDE-SMITH PROMOTES SAVE AMERICA ACT, SAYING ...(opens in a new tab) Mar 19, 2026
  27. [27] Education(opens in a new tab) Jan 30, 2026
  28. [28] Hyde-Smith backed by a myriad of state, federal Republican elected ...(opens in a new tab) Jan 22, 2026
  29. [29] IN SPEECH, HYDE-SMITH APPEALS TO BIDEN, DEMOCRATS TO ACCEPT NEEDED BORDER SECURITY(opens in a new tab) Jan 17, 2026
  30. [30] HYDE-SMITH REINTRODUCES ‘GRIP ACT’ TO BLOCK STATE GUN REGISTRIES(opens in a new tab) Nov 3, 2025
  31. [31] Magnolia Mornings: July 2, 2025(opens in a new tab) Jul 2, 2025
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