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Senator Hyde-Smith has great respect and admiration for the law enforcement and first responder personnel who dedicate their lives to protecting the public.  As a member of the Senate Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, she will continue to support programs and policies that enable these public servants to do their jobs more effectively.


Magnolia Mornings: August 7, 2026

Magnolia Tribune

Magnolia Mornings: August 7, 2026

Important state and national stories, market and business news, sports and entertainment, delivered in quick-hit fashion to start your day informed.

By: Magnolia Tribune - August 7, 2026

In Mississippi

1. Federal judge says mass cell tower...

Hyde-Smith's Farm Bill Stalls in Agricultural Priority Setback

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Hyde-Smith's Farm Bill Stalls in Agricultural Priority Setback

By Legis1 Editorial · Edited by Micah Allred, Joanne Levine

Why It Matters

Agriculture drives Mississippi's economy, and Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-MS) saw her signature legislative push, the Agriculture Act of 2026 (Farm Bill 2...

Hyde-Smith visits MCC forensic training program

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Hyde-Smith visits MCC forensic training program

By Staff Reports

U.S. Sen. Cindy Hyde-Smith visited Meridian Community College to get a closer look at specialized forensic training taking place at the MCC-Riley Workforce Development Center.

During the visit, Sen. Hyde-Smith toured...

HYDE-SMITH BACKS PUSH TO ALLOW U.S. COAST GUARD-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

HYDE-SMITH BACKS PUSH TO ALLOW U.S. COAST GUARD-COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS

Cosponsors Bipartisan Bill to Implement Intergovernmental Support Agreements Between USCG & Host Communities

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) is cosponsoring bipartisan legislation to require the U.S. Department of Homeland Security to allow the U.S. Coast Guard to enter into intergovernmental support agreements (IGSAs) with host states and communities.

The Strengthening Coast Guard Communities...

HYDE-SMITH RENEWS SUPPORT TO CLOSE LEGAL LOOPHOLE REQUIRING RELEASE OF ALIENS FROM IMMIGRATION DETENTION

HYDE-SMITH RENEWS SUPPORT TO CLOSE LEGAL LOOPHOLE REQUIRING RELEASE OF ALIENS FROM IMMIGRATION DETENTION

‘Keep Our Communities Safe Act’ Expands DHS Authority in Handling Criminal Illegal Aliens

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today joined U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) in reintroducing legislation to close a legal loophole that generally requires the release of illegal aliens, including those with criminal records, from immigration detention into American...

HYDE-SMITH NAMED TO DEFENSE APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE

HYDE-SMITH NAMED TO DEFENSE APPROPRIATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE

Senate Appropriations Committee Reorganizes Subcommittee Memberships Following the Death of Senator Lindsey Graham

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today accepted an appointment to serve on the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense, giving Mississippi added prominence in Congress when developing funding for the nation’s national security interests.

The appointment was made as the Senate Appropriations...