From The Straits Times · · 50s
Colom Becomes Mississippi's First Black Senator
Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat, ending 150-year gap since Blanche Bruce.
In brief
Democrat Scott Colom wins Mississippi Senate seat, ending 150-year gap since Blanche Bruce. Scott Colom, a 43-year-old Democrat, becomes Mississippi's first Black senator since 1874 after defeating Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Colom Wins Senate Seat
Democrat Scott Colom defeats Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith in Mississippi Senate race.
Historic Victory
Colom becomes Mississippi's first Black senator since Blanche Bruce in 1874.
National Impact
Democrats gain Senate majority with 55-44 advantage after Mississippi win.
Campaign Strategy
Colom targeted cost of living with ad mocking Hyde-Smith's beef protein comment.
Hyde-Smith Concedes
Hyde-Smith congratulates Colom after losing Senate race in Mississippi.
Historic Significance
Colom ends 150-year gap for Black Mississippi senators since Reconstruction.
The takeaway
Scott Colom, a 43-year-old Democrat, becomes Mississippi's first Black senator since 1874 after defeating Republican Cindy Hyde-Smith.
