Jeffrey
Hulum III
Democratic nominee for Mississippi's 4th Congressional District; state rep and Army veteran from Gulfport
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Background
Jeffrey Hulum III is a Democratic member of the Mississippi House of Representatives, representing District 119 in the Gulfport area, a seat he has held since 2022. Born and raised in Gulfport's Gaston Point community, he is a product of Gulfport Public Schools and attended Central Texas College. 123
Before entering politics, Hulum served 22 years in the U.S. Army, retiring at the rank of Sergeant Major. After returning to the Gulf Coast, he founded the nonprofit Extend A Hand, Help A Friend, which serves families, children, and seniors and addresses food insecurity in the region. 24
In March 2026, Hulum won the Democratic primary for Mississippi's 4th Congressional District and is the party's nominee for the November 3, 2026 general election, where he challenges Republican incumbent Mike Ezell. 459
Hulum has stated that Mississippi and the country need leadership and unity in Washington, themes that have featured prominently in his congressional campaign. 710
At a glance
- Party
- Democrat
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 4, Mississippi
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- Mississippi State Representative, District 119
- Website
- jeffreyhulumiiiforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 9newsMississippi Free Press candidate guide lists Hulum on Nov. 3 ballot alongside Ezell and Boyanton
A candidate guide published by the Mississippi Free Press confirmed that voters in the 4th District would choose among Republican incumbent Mike Ezell, Democrat Jeffrey Hulum III, and independent Carl Boyanton on November 3, 2026.
Meet the Candidates for Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District in the Nov. 3 Elections · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 27newsHulum outlines policy priorities including $15 minimum wage, ending war in Iran, and town halls
WLOX reported that Hulum had held town halls in the district's 12 southernmost counties. He called for raising the minimum wage to $15 or more, rolling back certain tax breaks, and ending the war in Iran, which he linked to higher fuel costs. He also voiced support for the Second Amendment, quality health care, and public education, describing himself as a moderate focused on issues rather than negative attacks.
Hulum outlines priorities in bid for Mississippi's 4th ... · Sep 27, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 23newsHulum says Mississippi and the country need leadership and unity in Washington
In a published interview, Hulum argued that Mississippi and the country need unifying leadership in Washington, reiterating themes of reducing division and focusing on constituents' needs.
The Other Side: Hulum says Mississippi, country need leadership, unity in Washington · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 23filingHulum secures Democratic nomination for Mississippi's 4th Congressional District
Wisevoter and a Head Topics report confirmed Hulum had secured the Democratic nomination for Mississippi's 4th Congressional District ahead of the November 3, 2026 general election.
Jeffrey Hulum III Secured Democratic Nomination | Wisevoter · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 22newsHulum testifies at Gulf Coast redistricting hearing, calls for ballot-initiative restoration
At a Gulf Coast legislative hearing, Hulum called for restoring Mississippi's ballot-initiative process and letting voters decide on redistricting. He said: 'Legislators should not choose their electors. The electors should choose their legislators.'
Missouri citizens block gerrymandered maps using ballot ... · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 19newsHulum outlines campaign rationale and priorities in Mississippi Today interview
In an interview with Mississippi Today, Hulum said he was running to be a unifying voice, supporting public education and veterans. He said he would put 'the will of South Mississippi before anyone's political agenda or aspirations' and consult constituents rather than follow a party automatically.
Mississippi midterms: Three vie for 4th District seat · Sep 19, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- Mississippi AFL-CIO Committee on Political Education (COPE) unionMississippi AFL-CIO COPE announced its endorsements on February 16, 2026 at its Jackson headquarters; Hulum is listed among the federation's endorsed candidates for the November 3 general election. laboreducation.org · Feb 16, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $29K
- Spent
- $23K
- Cash on hand
- $6,534
As of Jun 30, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6MS04242(opens in a new tab)
Sources 9
- [1] Meet the Candidates for Mississippi’s 4th Congressional District in the Nov. 3 Elections(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
- [2] Issues | How I Will Fight For You - Jeffrey Hulum III for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
- [3] Missouri citizens block gerrymandered maps using ballot ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
- [4] Hulum outlines priorities in bid for Mississippi's 4th ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 27, 2026
- [5] Jeffrey Hulum III Secured Democratic Nomination | Wisevoter(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
- [6] The Other Side: Hulum says Mississippi, country need leadership, unity in Washington(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
- [7] Mississippi midterms: Three vie for 4th District seat(opens in a new tab) Sep 19, 2026
- [8] Union Strong- Labor Education App(opens in a new tab) Sep 5, 2026
- [9] State Rep. Hulum emphasizes veterans' care, healthcare in ... - WLOX(opens in a new tab) Feb 8, 2026