Brian Rhodes (politician)
Brian Rhodes | |
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| Member of the Mississippi State Senate from the 36th district | |
| Assumed office January 2, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Albert Butler |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Jackson, Mississippi, U.S. |
| Political party | Republican |
| Alma mater | Mississippi State University |
| Occupation | Cattle and poultry farmer |
Brian Rhodes is a Mississippi politician, representing the 36th district in the Mississippi State Senate since 2024. His district represents Rankin and Smith counties.
Biography
[edit]Rhodes was born in Jackson, Mississippi. He attended East Rankin Academy and Mississippi State University. He is a cattle and poultry farmer and is a member of the Mississippi Farm Bureau, Mississippi Cattlemen's Association, and Mississippi Poultry Association.[1] He was appointed by Governor Tate Reeves to serve on the Mississippi Land, Water and Timber Resources Board.[2]
In 2023, he ran for election to the Mississippi State Senate to represent the 36th district after incumbent Albert Butler ran in the 37th district instead.[3] He won the Republican primary 55% to 45% against Jared Morrison; he went uncontested in the general election.[4] He serves on the following committees: Forestry, Agriculture, County Affairs, Drug Policy, Finance, Highways and Transportation, Insurance, Labor, and Technology.[1]
He endorsed Donald Trump's 2024 presidential campaign.[5]
He is married to Ashley Laird and has three children. He is of non-denominational faith.[1]
References
[edit]- ^ a b c "Brian Rhodes". Mississippi State Legislature. Retrieved March 28, 2024.
- ^ "Meet Brian – Rhodes for Senate". Retrieved March 28, 2024.
- ^ Drape, Charlie (November 3, 2023). "MS elections: State House and State Senate races for Jackson area". The Clarion-Ledger. Retrieved March 28, 2024.
- ^ "Brian Rhodes (Mississippi)". Ballotpedia. Retrieved March 28, 2024.
- ^ "Brookhaven legislators, more Republicans pledge support for Trump". Daily Leader. February 3, 2024. Retrieved March 28, 2024.
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