Kenneth Keyes Drops Out of MS Senate District 34 Race

"I'm forced to reconsider my plans to run for the position." - Kenneth Keyes

HATTIESBURG, Miss (THN News) - Breaking news in the Senate District 34 Race for Jones, Forrest, and Jasper County. Hattiesburg News has learned Kenneth "Ken" Keyes has officially dropped out of the race for the MS Senate District 34 Special Election.

According to Keyes, "I would have to put my retirement on hold. Therefore I'm forced to reconsider my plans to run for the position."

This leaves only 5 candidates left in the race to replace retired Senator Juan Barnett. Sources tell Hattiesburg News, more candidates may exit the race by October 22, 2026, the day the state election committee officially certifies each candidate.

Hattiesburg News will continue to cover this race and keep you updated with any of the latest developments.

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