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Senator Hyde-Smith is committed to abide by the constitutional responsibility to “provide for the common defense” of the United States, including the necessary need to rebuild America’s military and readiness.

Senator Hyde-Smith is proud of Mississippi’s enduring support of the Armed Forces.  She is committed to strengthening the state’s significant contributions to national defense, including Air Force bases and Navy installations, the Army National Guard’s primary mobilization installation, a premiere Special Operations training center, a leading Air Force aeromedical evacuation unit, numerous National Guard installations, and Department of Defense supercomputer capabilities.

Senator Hyde-Smith is also grateful for the work of defense industry employees in Mississippi to produce the best equipment and services for the men and women who protect our nation.

HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON THE STATE OF THE UNION

HYDE-SMITH STATEMENT ON THE STATE OF THE UNION

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VIDEO:  Senator Hyde-Smith Statement

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement regarding President Trump’s third State of the Union Address to the nation:

“I applaud President Trump for remaining optimistic despite these contentious times.  He reminds us that there is more work to do to continue the great American comeback.

“The President’s strong America-first, pro-growth agenda is...

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Senators support confirmation of Trump’s nominee for District Judge

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Senators support confirmation of Trump’s nominee for District Judge

By Steven Gagliano

On Wednesday, U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) offered strong recommendations for Mississippi Court of Appeals Judge Cory T. Wilson to be a U.S. District...

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U.S. Senators Return To Washington Amid Stalemate

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U.S. Senators Return To Washington Amid Stalemate

By Desare Frazier

Mississippi's two Republican U.S. Senators return to Washington, DC today with the spector of an impeachment trial looming. MPB's Desare Frazier reports.

Republican Senator Cindy-Hyde Smith said...

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Miss. leaders react to U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian general

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Miss. leaders react to U.S. airstrike that killed Iranian general

By China Lee

JACKSON, Miss. (WLBT) - Mississippi’s congressional leaders are responding to the U.S. airstrike, ordered by President Trump, that killed Iranian General Qassem Soleimani.

Rep. Bennie G. Thompson (D-MS...

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HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS RESOLUTION COMMENDING U.S. MILITARY, INTELLIGENCE FOR ENDING SOLEIMANI REIGN OF TERROR

HYDE-SMITH COSPONSORS RESOLUTION COMMENDING U.S. MILITARY, INTELLIGENCE FOR ENDING SOLEIMANI REIGN OF TERROR

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today became an original cosponsor of a resolution applauding the U.S. military and intelligence community for their role in ending the reign of terror orchestrated by Iranian military chief Qasem Soleimani.

The resolution also commends President Trump for ordering the operation to eliminate Soleimani, who led the Islamic...

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WICKER, HYDE-SMITH RECOMMEND CONFIRMATION OF CORY WILSON TO SERVE ON U.S. DISTRICT COURT

WICKER, HYDE-SMITH RECOMMEND CONFIRMATION OF CORY WILSON TO SERVE ON U.S. DISTRICT COURT

Senate Judiciary Committee Conducts Hearing on Mississippian Nominated by Trump for Federal Bench Position

Judge Cory T. Wilson
VIDEO:  Wicker Introduces Judge Wilson.
VIDEO:  Hyde-Smith Introduces Judge Wilson.  

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senators Roger Wicker (R-Miss.) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today offered strong recommendations for Mississippi Court of Appeals Judge Cory T. Wilson to be a U.S. District Court Judge for...

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HYDE-SMITH ISSUES HOLIDAY MESSAGE TO MISSISSIPPIANS

HYDE-SMITH ISSUES HOLIDAY MESSAGE TO MISSISSIPPIANS

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VIDEO:  Senator Hyde-Smith Offers Holiday Message

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued a message to extend best wishes to Mississippians for the holidays:

This holiday season I wish everyone the joy that comes in sharing and joining together.

As 2019 draws to a close, I am grateful for progress we’re making as a nation and as a state.  I’m so excited to see what we can accomplish working together in the...

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