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MS · DISTRICT 2

Bennie G. Thompson

DemocratMississippiCurrently serving

Sworn in for the 119th Congress on Source ↗

What they said 4

Their stated policy positions and commitments, with quotes and links to the original sources.

All statements (4)Campaign (1)In office (3)
Campaign position · Original date not established
Healthcare

Build on the Affordable Care Act to expand access to care

AI-assisted summary

Thompson supports building on the Affordable Care Act so Mississippi families can see a doctor. He also says he fights for health coverage families can afford, citing medical underservice in all 23 counties of the Second District.

Context: The campaign statement does not specify what changes to the Affordable Care Act Thompson supports. Undated candidate-owned text; the original election cycle and availability by election day remain unverified.

While serving · commitment · Original date not established
Government & elections

Secure critical infrastructure, borders, and ports

AI-assisted summary

Thompson says he and fellow Democrats will continue working to secure the nation’s critical infrastructure, borders, and ports. The statement identifies these priorities but does not specify the measures they would use.

Context: The stated commitment is joint with Democrats; no specific security measures are given.

While serving · Original date not established
Veterans

Ensure veterans and service members receive needed services

AI-assisted summary

Thompson supports the armed forces and veterans and says he wants veterans to receive the services they deserve. He identifies the U.S. veteran population as approximately 22.6 million at the end of fiscal year 2010, but does not specify a particular service or proposed action.

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.

While serving · commitment · Original date not established
Education

Reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act

AI-assisted summary

Thompson is committed to working to reauthorize the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA).

Context: Original statement date not established. Source collected on November 10, 2026.