On November 5, 2024, Mississippi will hold an election for four seats on the Mississippi Supreme Court. The candidates are running to fill the seats of four justices whose terms expire on January 5, 2025. Two of the justices, Jim Kitchens (District 1-Position 3) and Dawn H. Beam (District 2-Position 2), face challengers. Kitchens is challenged by Jenifer Branning, Byron Carter, Ceola James, and Abby Johnson, while Beam’s opponent is David Sullivan. Justice Robert P. Chamberlin (District 3-Position 1) and Justice Jimmy Maxwell (District 3-Position 2) are running unopposed. The elected justices will serve eight-year terms starting January 5, 2025.
On November 5, 2024, David Sullivan defeated Justice Dawn Beam, while Justice Robert Chamberlin and Justice Jimmy Maxwell won their respective elections. Justice Jim Kitchens and Jenifer Branning defeated Ceola James, Byron Carter, and Abby Robinson and will advance to the November 26 runoff election.
Estimated Total TV Spending: $334,610
Candidates:
- Estimated spending by Jenifer Branning: $158,540
- Estimated spending by Jim Kitchens: $116,450
- Estimated spending by Dawn Beam: $33,380
- Estimated spending by David Sullivan: $26,240
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November 13 – SEEN IT ALL RUNOFF
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “As a constitutional conservative, I strongly believe in the rule of law, because otherwise we’ll have chaos and we don’t need that.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $5,360
November 13 – A NEW GENERATION
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “It’s time to bring new energy and a new generation of constitutional conservative leadership to the Mississippi Supreme Court.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $4,440
October 24 – PRACTICE LAW
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “As supreme court judge, you can trust me to uphold our conservative family values, to hold criminals accountable, and ensure equal justice under the law.”
Sponsor: David Sullivan
Estimated Spending: $26,240
October 23 – JIM & MARY
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “Vote Jim Kitchens: He’s honest and fair and dependable.”
Sponsor: Jim Kitchens
Estimated Spending: $33,690
October 23 – BRANNING AT STAKE
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “The radical left wants to take over our court in Washington DC and right here in Mississippi.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $34,920
October 16 – THREE COMMITMENTS
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “Over this eight-year term of office, I will always bring the energy, dedication, and commitment to represent our conservative values of faith, family, and freedom.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $31,120
October 9 – EXPERIENCE MATTERS
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “I’m the only candidate who is a constitutional conservative with a proven record on the supreme court, always following the law and never legislating from the bench.”
Sponsor: Dawn Beam
Estimated Spending: $33,380
October 8 – OUT OF MY KITCHEN
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “Justice Jim Kitchens has been called unwavering in his honesty and dedicated to justice.”
Sponsor: Jim Kitchens
Estimated Spending: $82,760
October 4 – RADICAL JUDGES
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “We need strong, conservative judges who will fight to protect law and order and our constitution.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $29,710
September 25 – ELECTED
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “On the supreme court I’ll use my experience and conservative values to always interpret the law, not to re-write it or the bend the rules for anyone.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $26,770
September 11 – SEEN IT ALL
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In this ad, a voiceover says: “On the supreme court I’ll make sure our conservative values are always represented, for my family and yours.”
Sponsor: Jenifer Branning
Estimated Spending: $26,220
