Senator Hyde-Smith is committed to fulfilling the constitutional responsibility to “provide for the common defense” of the United States, including by ensuring the availability of the resources necessary to rebuild America’s military and maximize 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 VOTES TO SEND FY2026 DEFENSE POLICY BILL TO PRESIDENT TRUMP
HYDE-SMITH VOTES TO SEND FY2026 DEFENSE POLICY BILL TO PRESIDENT TRUMP
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today voted for final passage of a major defense policy bill that sets the stage for President Trump to accelerate his Peace Through Strength national security agenda.
The Senate made the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) available for President Trump’s signature with a 77-20 vote for final passage of a bill that implements policy reforms and...
HYDE-SMITH PRAISES CONFIRMATION OF OXFORD'S JAMES MAXWELL TO SERVE ON U.S. DISTRICT COURT
HYDE-SMITH PRAISES CONFIRMATION OF OXFORD'S JAMES MAXWELL TO SERVE ON U.S. DISTRICT COURT
Maxwell’s Confirmation Represents Second Mississippi Trump Judicial Pick Confirmed on Tuesday
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement marking the Senate confirmation of Mississippi Supreme Court Justice James D. Maxwell II of Oxford to serve as a judge on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi:
“I’m extremely pleased with...
HYDE-SMITH VOTES WITH SENATE TO CONFIRM CHAMBERLIN AS U.S. DISTRICT COURT JUDGE
HYDE-SMITH VOTES WITH SENATE TO CONFIRM CHAMBERLIN AS U.S. DISTRICT COURT JUDGE
Chamberlin Confirmation the First of Two Mississippi Judgeships the Senate Will Consider this Week
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) today issued the following statement regarding the 51-46 vote in the U.S. Senate to confirm Mississippi Supreme Court Justice Robert P. Chamberlin of Hernando to serve on the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Mississippi:
“I’m pleased the...
Mississippi Senators vote to end government shutdown as deadlock continues
WLOX-TV Biloxi
Mississippi Senators vote to end government shutdown as deadlock continues
By WLOX Staff
BILOXI, Miss. (WLOX) - Mississippi’s two U.S. Senators, Roger Wicker and Cindy Hyde-Smith, voted in favor of a bill to end the government shutdown.
The vote first took place on Tuesday, and...
Hyde-Smith and Warnock introduce resolution honoring Gold Star families with dedicated remembrance week
Magnolia State News
Hyde-Smith and Warnock introduce resolution honoring Gold Star families with dedicated remembrance week
Sep 16, 2025
U.S. Senators Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) and Reverend Raphael Warnock (D-Ga.) have introduced a bipartisan resolution to recognize the sacrifices made by...
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith tours the Mississippi Industries for the Blind
Mississippi Public Broadcasting
Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith tours the Mississippi Industries for the Blind
By Shamira Muhammad
Tucked away in an unassuming building on Jackson’s North West street is the Mississippi Industries for the Blind. It’s been in this location since 1942. Senator Cindy Hyde...
Celebrating the 50th Anniversary of the Historic U.S. Moon Landing
CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HISTORIC U.S. MOON LANDING
Congressional Record (Senate - July 17, 2019)
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, I am pleased to join my colleagues in commemorating the 50th anniversary of American astronauts becoming the first humans to walk on the Moon.
It was 50...
Tribute to Thomas O’Loughlin
TRIBUTE TO THOMAS O’LOUGHLIN
Congressional Record (Senate - May 23, 2019)
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Mr. President, each Memorial Day we, as Americans, take time to honor the heroes who gave their lives in service to our country, from those who died in the creation of this great Nation to those who today...
Tribute to Lieutenant Commander Steven Davies
TRIBUTE TO LIEUTENANT COMMANDER STEVEN DAVIES
Congressional Record (Senate - April 09, 2019)
Mrs. HYDE-SMITH. Madam President, I am pleased to commend LCDR Steven Davies for his dedication to duty and service as a U.S. Coast Guard congressional fellow on my staff. Steve was recently selected to...