SUMMARY: Mississippi Congressman Bennie Thompson criticized the recently passed SAVE Act, arguing it doesn’t effectively secure elections but rather suppresses voter participation. Despite the GOP’s insistence on preventing noncitizen voting, Thompson highlighted that evidence suggests noncitizen influence on elections is minimal. The legislation requires proof of citizenship for voter registration, risking disenfranchisement for millions, particularly among marginalized groups. Thompson contends that the bill is a guise for suppressing votes and calls for Republicans to focus on genuine election security measures instead of pursuing partisan agendas. The SAVE Act may struggle in the Senate due to insufficient support.

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SUMMARY: The Mississippi Economic Council (MEC) will hold its 76th annual meeting on Thursday at the Jackson Convention Complex, focusing on childcare, talent retention, and workforce development under the “WorkFuture” theme. The event will convene business leaders, policymakers, and experts to tackle economic challenges through panels and discussions. Key topics include the impact of childcare on workforce participation, the importance of business-education partnerships for talent retention, and strategies for attracting new workers. The luncheon will honor STAR Students, Teachers, and discuss MEC’s merger with the Mississippi Manufacturers Association. Founded in 1949, MEC represents over 11,000 members statewide.

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SUMMARY: Gabriel Prado, a prominent Jackson businessman and owner of PraCon Global Investment Group, has endorsed state Sen. John Horhn for mayor of Jackson. Prado, known for investing in undervalued assets, has revitalized various local businesses and was instrumental in bringing Topgolf to the area. He believes Horhn is highly qualified and genuinely cares for the city’s residents. Horhn, who nearly won the Democratic primary outright, emphasizes the need for change in leadership amid current challenges facing Mayor Lumumba. He aims to promote accountability and transparency while collaborating for economic growth in Jackson. The runoff election takes place on April 22.

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