Ridgeland resident Whitney Lipscomb announced her candidacy for Mississippi Secretary of State in the 2027 Republican primary. A former Deputy Attorney General under Lynn Fitch and Deputy Chief of Staff for former Governor Phil Bryant, Lipscomb will focus on keeping Mississippi’s elections secure, streamlining business filings, and cutting unnecessary red tape across the state.
Lipscomb, a Gulfport native launched her campaign at the Mississippi Republican Party headquarters in Jackson.
“I’m running for Secretary of State because I want to build a stronger, more prosperous state for our children. I’ve spent my career fighting for our conservative values and getting things done, and now I’m ready to bring that experience to the Secretary of State’s Office by protecting the integrity of our elections, making it easier to start and grow a business, and ensuring Mississippi remains a place where families can thrive.”…