Bennie Thompson
Bennie Thompson is a prominent American politician and member of the Democratic Party, serving as the U.S. Representative for Mississippi's 2nd congressional district since 1993. He is known for his leadership on issues related to homeland security and civil rights, having played a significant role as the chair of the House Homeland Security Committee. Thompson is recognized for his advocacy on behalf of marginalized communities and has been a vocal critic of policies he perceives as unjust. His recent remarks honoring the late Rep. Sylvester Turner highlighted his respect for Turner's contributions to public service and commitment to his constituents.
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Bennie Thompson, a member of the House committees related to aviation and security, expressed concerns about the incident.
Ejército de Estados Unidos derriba por error un dron del gobierno | Patrulla Fronteriza
Peru· 2026-02-27
Democratic Congressman Bennie Thompson expressed surprise at the Pentagon's actions.
Quân đội Mỹ bắn hạ drone của lực lượng biên phòng
Vietnam· 2026-02-27
Rep. Bennie Thompson criticized the Trump administration for 'idiotically' shutting down the programs 'to punish the American people.'
DHS suspends TSA PreCheck, Global Entry programs amid government shutdown
United States· 2026-02-22
Bennie Thompson is a Democratic representative who criticized Homan's appointment as mere 'musical chairs'.
How Trump realised he had a big problem in Minneapolis – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-29
Congressman Bennie Thompson described Trump's move regarding the investigation as a mere 'musical chairs' game.
Aliați neliniștiți și Fox News: momentul în care Trump a înțeles că situația din Minneapolis îi scapă de sub control
Romania· 2026-01-29Bennie Thompson is a representative from Mississippi who has called for the resignation of Kristi Noem.
Un año de terror del ICE, el brazo ejecutor antiinmigrante de Trump | Inmigración en Estados Unidos
Spain· 2026-01-18
Representative Bennie Thompson was pre-emptively pardoned by former president Joe Biden.
Year one of Donald Trump’s second term has been catastrophic for American democracy
Canada· 2026-01-16
Congressman Bennie Thompson criticized Noem, stating she is making the U.S. less safe and called for her resignation.
los momentos tensos de Kristi Noem en el Congreso de EE. UU.
Guatemala· 2025-12-13Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., gets lambasted by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem for referring to the shooting of two West Virginia National Guardsmen as an 'unfortunate accident'.
House Democrat clashes with Noem over Afghan refugee terrorist attackUnited States· 2025-12-11
Fox News Digital also reached out to Mississippi's most prominent Democrat and Trump critic, Rep. Bennie Thompson of Hinds County, but he did not respond to a request for comment.
Mississippi welcomes ICE agents for 'Swamp Sweep' immigration operationUnited States· 2025-11-21
Bennie Thompson called for a federal investigation into the circumstances surrounding Trey Reed's death.
Colin Kaerpernick paying for independent autopsy of Trey ReedUnited States· 2025-09-20
Democratic Rep. Bennie Thompson is demanding a federal investigation into Trey Reed's death.
Trey Reed hanging death: Delta State University student found dead on Mississippi campus with no signs of foul play.United States· 2025-09-18
Bennie Thompson expressed similar messages, emphasizing the psychological trauma caused by the alerts.
Alerte de securitate la universitățile din SUA. Mii de studenți, evacuați după amenințări cu caracter teroristRomania· 2025-09-12
Rep. Bennie Thompson criticized the efforts of Elon Musk’s staff within the federal government.
DHS saves $12 billion in 200 days under Secretary Kristi Noem's leadershipUnited States· 2025-08-23
Rep. Bennie Thompson criticized Reeves’ deployment as a political stunt.
GOP governors are sending troops to DC. Their states have 10 cities with higher crime ratesUnited States· 2025-08-22
Thompson is the chairman of the committee that issued a subpoena to Wren regarding her involvement in the January 6 events.
El pedido de autorización para hacer lobby para la SIDE lo firmó una dirigente del entorno de Trump
Argentina· 2025-06-20
Rep. Bennie Thompson of Mississippi called the move 'unprecedented' and an 'affront to the Constitution and Federal law.'
DHS issues new guidance for lawmakers visiting ICE facilities after tense confrontationsUnited States· 2025-06-19
Bennie Thompson stated that if Richardson does not know about the hurricane season, he is not qualified to lead FEMA.
Director da agência federal de emergências desconhecia temporada de furacões nos EUA? | EUA
Portugal· 2025-06-04
Representative Bennie Thompson issued a statement criticizing Richardson's qualifications to run FEMA.
Trump’s new Fema chief says he didn’t know the US had hurricane season, report says
India· 2025-06-03Bennie Thompson expressed strong discontent with the budget bill's passage.
Winners and losers emerge from House GOP's narrow budget bill victoryUnited States· 2025-05-22
Other Democrats in the number include Reps. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss.; Pat Ryan, D-N.Y.; Tom Suozzi, D-N.Y.; Jared Moskowitz, D-Fla.; Hillary Scholten, D-Mich.; and Frank Mrvan, D-Ind.
California gas car ban blocked by 35 House Democrats, all RepublicansUnited States· 2025-05-01
Bennie Thompson was part of the delegation visiting the detention facilities.
‘National disgrace’: US lawmakers decry student detentions on visit to Ice jails | US immigration
United Kingdom· 2025-04-23
The Democratic group included: representatives Cleo Fields and Troy Carter, both of Louisiana; Bennie Thompson of Mississippi.
Lawmakers visit Mahmoud Khalil, Rümeysa Öztürk in Louisiana jailUnited Kingdom· 2025-04-22
Rep. Bennie Thompson was part of the congressional delegation visiting Louisiana detention centers.
Congressional delegation visits Mahmoud Khalil and Rumeysa Ozturk in Louisiana detention centersUnited States· 2025-04-22
Bennie Thompson expressed that he is not afraid of Trump's baseless midnight tirade.
Pasirašymo mašina – kasdienis prietaisas, pasitelktas D. Trumpo atakai
Lithuania· 2025-03-20
Trump mentioned Bennie Thompson as part of those involved in the January 6 committee.
Dr Fauci Donald Trump Latest News: What will happen to Dr Fauci's pardon as Trump calls Biden's last-minute clemency orders void?India· 2025-03-17
Rep. Bennie Thompson, D-Miss., announced Turner's passing at a House Homeland Security hearing on Wednesday.
Sylvester Turner, Texas Rep. who replaced Sheila Jackson Lee, dies at 70United States· 2025-03-05
