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Bennie Thompson

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jan 25

January 6th was more than an attack on the Capitol it was an attack on democracy. The hate, violence, and division on display showed how deep the wounds are in our country. We can never forget, and we must stand against hate to heal and move forward. #StandAgainstHate

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · 8d

Tune in tonight at 11:30 PM/10:30 PM CT to watch Congressman Troy A. Carter and me discuss the impact the government shutdown will have on the nation.

Click here to view: www.youtube.com/live/2dm-OKj...

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Katherine Clark @whipkclark.bsky.social · 16d

ICYMI: Trump is stopping the USDA from tracking how many people don’t have enough to eat.

Why? The Big Ugly Law steals food from millions of hungry Americans in order to give tax cuts to billionaires.

No coverup can hide the GOP’s shameless agenda.
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The Washington Post on X: "The Trump administration is ending a decades-long effort to track food security, calling it “politicized,” at a time when many Americans are struggling to get proper nutrition or enough to eat. https://t.co/X6Q8MRz5hi" / X

The Trump administration is ending a decades-long effort to track food security, calling it “politicized,” at a time when many Americans are struggling to get proper nutrition or enough to eat. https://t.co/X6Q8MRz5hi

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · 16d

“Border Czar” Tom Homan is being accused of accepting $50,000 from undercover agents pretending to be business people. Stay tuned!

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Sep 3

It's that time of year again: tailgate season! I enjoy when we come together as a community to support our teams as they represent us at home and abroad. Look out for me at the tailgate!

Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Aug 13

We’re winning in courts, marching in the streets, and standing united for our people. As VP Harris said, “Sometimes the fight takes a while; that doesn’t mean we won’t win.” Keep the faith, protect our communities, and stay watchful for truth over misinformation and any attempt to divide us.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Aug 8

Thank you, Tyson, for helping us better serve our communities! We have had a great time at the Mississippi Policy Conference in Tunica, MS so far.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Aug 6

Mississippi has lost over $15 billion since the Affordable Care Act (ObamaCare) was passed. Mississippi refused to take the money, and as a result, people are dying, and hospitals are about to close.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jul 22

Tell Mom to Keep The Faith. This nightmare will be over soon.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jul 4

Today, the President plans to sign this devastating bill into law. The full impact may not be felt immediately, but America will feel its weight in time. Despite our amendments, calls, & protests, they passed it. When 2026 comes and it’s time to choose new leaders, let us not forget who put us here.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jul 3

Praying in the House, while preparing to vote away benefits for seniors, children, and the sick. Hypocrisy at its finest.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jul 3

Our democracy suffers when lies are louder than laws!

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jul 2

Now that this ugly bill has passed the Senate, it returns to the House—and let me be clear: I will be voting NO again. I refuse to sell out the very people who sent me to Congress. My constituents come first—always. I will never sell them out, not now, not ever.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jul 1

153,910 people will lose care in Mississippi under this terrible bill, and they have the audacity to call it "Beautiful."

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 23

The hypocrisy is astonishing.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 19

It was a pleasure to have @whipkclark.bsky.social in my district as we toured hospitals and listened to the community. Thank you, Whip Clark, for your visit!

Katherine Clark @whipkclark.bsky.social · Jun 19

Spent the day in Mississippi with Congressman @benniethompson.bsky.social as part of @housedemocrats.bsky.social’s Save Our Hospitals Day of Action. Follow along with us.

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Katherine Clark @whipkclark.bsky.social · Jun 19

Spent the day in Mississippi with Congressman @benniethompson.bsky.social as part of @housedemocrats.bsky.social’s Save Our Hospitals Day of Action. Follow along with us.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 13

Be aware of your rights, everyone! Let’s keep getting involved in meaningful activism!

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 13

I'm happy to have @whipkclark.bsky.social joining me in my district.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 12

I have a special guest joining me for my next Town Hall. Be on the lookout!

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Steve Cohen @repcohen.bsky.social · Jun 10

Trump’s $45M birthday parade is days away—some estimates say $90M. A mountain of YOUR tax dollars wasted so one man can feel like a king.

I introduced the HAPPY BIRTHDAY Budget Act to stop it.

Not one Republican signed on. They’re either fine with it, or too scared to tell a man-child “no.”

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 8

Trump refused to call in the National Guard when the Capitol was under siege on January 6.

But now, he’s deploying troops to L.A. to crack down on protests against immigration raids.

No National Guard for the attack on democracy yet a full show of force against people demanding justice.

Hypocrisy

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 5

This administration is a prime example of the three C's: Chaos, Corruption, and Confusion!

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 2

Trump’s birthday parade is a $62M joke, $46M for the show, $16M in street damage. Meanwhile, he’s profiting off Bitcoin, sneakers, MAGA merch, and even asking Qatar for a $400M jet. This isn’t patriotism, it’s profiteering.

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 1

Thanks @herbwilson.bsky.social for some photos 😎

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Bennie Thompson @benniethompson.bsky.social · Jun 1

I had a great weekend with my community, spreading the word, showing up, and pushing for change. I went to the State of the People Power Tour at Tougaloo and rolled down to Gulfport with Stacey Abrams to support Sonya Williams Barnes for Mayor. Let’s keep the momentum going!

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