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Bennie G. Thompson is a Democratic representative from Mississippi who has served in the House since an April 1993 special election. The House Historian records earlier service as a teacher, Bolton alderman and mayor, and Hinds County supervisor.
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Bennie G. Thompson is a Democratic representative from Mississippi who has served in the House since an April 1993 special election. The House Historian records earlier service as a teacher, Bolton alderman and mayor, and Hinds County supervisor.
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Open leadership record ↓Bennie G. Thompson is a Democratic representative from Mississippi who has served in the House since an April 1993 special election. The House Historian records earlier service as a teacher, Bolton alderman and mayor, and Hinds County supervisor.
Thompson has served on the House Homeland Security Committee since its creation as a standing committee and chaired it during the 110th, 111th, 116th and 117th Congresses. He also chaired the House Select Committee to Investigate the January 6th Attack on the United States Capitol in the 117th Congress.
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