As of January 2nd, 2024, Michael McGill, running for U.S. Congress in Mississippi’s 4th District, has successfully qualified as a Republican candidate for the upcoming election. McGill’s campaign resonates with the essence of service ingrained during his 20 years in the United States Army. He has always been dedicated to protecting and advocating for people, his journey has led him to advocating for human rights to being a community leader to the political arena shows his unwavering commitment to serve his county. His vision for Mississippi’s 4th District is to be a voice for all voters, no matter their political affiliation, color or social status. Be believes that a Mississippi for all is possible and you don’t have to be a career politician to create change.
Qualification Requirements
The process of qualification involves a payment of either $2,500 or $5,000, contingent upon the congressional or senate candidacy respectively. To be eligible for the ballot, candidates must meet specific criteria. For House representation, candidates must be at least 25 years old, maintain a minimum of 7 years as a U.S. citizen, and be a current resident of the represented state at the time of the election. Senate candidates need to be 30 years old, have been a U.S. citizen for 9 years, and meet residency requirements without any felony charges.
January marks the acceleration of political activity in South Mississippi, with only 63 days remaining until the Primary election between McGill and the incumbent Mike Ezell. Ezell, a first-term congressman, secured victory over Steven Palazzo, who had held office for over 15 years.
Donald Trump Qualifies is Mississippi
During McGill’s qualification, there was a notable presence from Donald Trump’s political team, filing his intention to be on Mississippi’s ballot. Though Trump wasn’t physically present, Governor Tate Reeves completed the qualification by proxy. The Republican headquarters witnessed a flurry of activity, with the energy amplified by camera crews and enthusiastic supporters.
The event featured speeches from Frank Bordeaux and Governor Reeves, further igniting the momentum surrounding the upcoming election. With the political trail gaining traction, the race between McGill and Ezell promises to be an engaging contest in Mississippi’s 4th District. If you are interested in seeing my articles like this visit StayAmerican.org