Mississippi voters report midterm problems
The gist
Mississippi voters reported long lines and machine malfunctions statewide as polls opened for the midterm election.
Heavy turnout and new equipment strained precincts, with officials citing confused poll workers.
How it unfolded
- Nov 2, 2026Secretary of State Michael Watson said the Statewide Election Management System reported 123,040 absentee ballots requested, 122,590 sent and 116,453 received for the general election.
- Nov 3, 2026Polls opened at 7 a.m. and were set to close at 7 p.m., with voters in line at 7 p.m. entitled to cast a ballot.
- Nov 3, 2026Mississippi voters reported problems casting ballots statewide, from long lines to machine malfunctions, in what appeared to be heavy midterm turnout.