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Bennie G. Thompson

Democrat
US Congress Twitter/X
#147
X Rank
77,060
Benchmarker Score
131
Posts
49,706
Likes
13,677
Comments
379
Avg Likes
104
Avg Comments
63,383
Total Engagement
484
Engagement Rate
24.8
Posts/Week
Daily
Posting Regularity
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106,488 followers

Data last refreshed: August 08, 2026

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20 posts

We warned that the Trump admin was gutting FEMA for over a year. Now GAO confirms it. Americans deserve a FEMA that is fully staffed, prepared, and ready before the next hurricane strikes.

Policy Announcements & Executive Action Federal Budget Aug 05, 2026 View on X
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My sincere thanks to Dr. James L. Coleman, Jr., the Board of Directors, and the entire G.A. Carmichael team for this incredible honor. Federally Qualified Health Centers like G.A. Carmichael are vi...

Healthcare & Social Programs Public Health Aug 03, 2026 View on X
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I was humbled to join the G.A. Carmichael Family Health Center for the unveiling of the Congressman Bennie G. Thompson Health and Wellness Center. https://t.co/kSHaHx2f9n

District & State Issues Public Health Hospital Funding Aug 03, 2026 View on X
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Donald Trump wants to compensate the domestic terrorists who assaulted more the 140 cops on January 6th. And he wants to do it with YOUR tax dollars.

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Domestic Terrorism Federal Budget MAGA Jul 31, 2026 View on X
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The August edition of The Thompson Report is now live! Check out the latest updates, news, and highlights from my office! Scan the QR code or click here to view: https://t.co/rOD5FvMMnD https://t....

District & State Issues N/A Jul 31, 2026 View on X
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A nominee for Attorney General who puts the interests of President Trump above the rule of law has no business leading the Justice Department. No one is above the law.

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Judicial Nominations Jul 30, 2026 View on X
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The Trump Administration has announced it will end a program that helped keep Medicare Part D prescription drug premiums lower. This decision could mean higher costs for many seniors next year. Se...

Healthcare & Social Programs Medicare Prescription Drug Prices Jul 29, 2026 View on X
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I was happy to be a part of the grand opening of Jackson’s first AT&T Connected Learning Center, made possible through the partnership between AT&T and The Bean Path. The center will provide the c...

District & State Issues Broadband Access Jul 29, 2026 View on X
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I was honored to join the Leake County School District's 2026 Back-to-School Convocation as educators gathered to prepare for the start of another school year. We celebrated the dedication of the ...

Education & Workforce K-12 Education Jul 29, 2026 View on X
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Donald Trump believes most individuals can just afford higher prices. But for working citizens trying to afford groceries, gas, and school supplies, every extra dollar matters. If Donald Trump rea...

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Inflation Jul 28, 2026 View on X
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Ms. Reeves is a two-time cancer survivor. She shouldn't have to worry about whether she can afford the care that keeps her alive. Healthcare is a necessity and no one should be forced to choose bet...

Healthcare & Social Programs Health Insurance Jul 27, 2026 View on X
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July is National Ice Cream Month! A sweet time to celebrate everyone's favorite frozen treat and enjoy a scoop (or two) with family and friends. Whether you love classic flavors or adventurous com...

Personal & Human Interest N/A Jul 27, 2026 View on X
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Just another move that could leave Americans paying more. Forced labor is a serious issue that deserves real action not to be used as an excuse to keep policies in place that drive up costs for wo...

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Trade Policy Tariffs Inflation Jul 24, 2026 View on X
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Tying state funding to graduation rates may sound fair, but it ignores the reality of HBCUs. HBCUs educate more first-generation, low-income, and nontraditional students, many of whom graduate on a...

Education & Workforce Higher Education Racial Justice Jul 23, 2026 View on X
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Republicans are pitching the "Stop Insider Trading Act" as a crackdown on insider trading in Washington. Reality: The bill leaves loopholes that would still allow politicians, including the Presid...

Legislative & Congressional Activity Congressional Ethics Jul 22, 2026 View on X
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The national average for gas is back at $4 a gallon. Here's what Mississippi drivers were paying just last month. When leaders put politics before people, we all pay the price at the pump. https:/...

Economic Policy & Federal Budget Oil & Gas Inflation Jul 20, 2026 View on X
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July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness about the importance of protecting your skin and eyes from the sun's harmful ultraviolet (UV) rays. Together, we can encourage healthy ...

Healthcare & Social Programs Public Health Jul 20, 2026 View on X
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Six years ago, we lost the Conscience of the Congress, Congressman John Lewis. From leading the march across the Edmund Pettus Bridge to serving in the House, he never stopped fighting for justic...

Personal & Human Interest Voting Rights Racial Justice Jul 17, 2026 View on X
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Once again Trump is doing something illegal, and his “All About Me” show continues. There are NO kings in America!

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement Impeachment Jul 16, 2026 View on X
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The fight for voting rights didn't end in 1963, and it isn't over today. As protections for voters continue to face challenges, defending the right to vote should remain one of the most important r...

Constitutional & Electoral Reform Voting Rights Jul 15, 2026 View on X
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Rank History

Aug 2026
-1 #147
Jul 2026
-2 #146
Jun 2026
-12 #144
May 2026
-4 #132
Apr 2026
#128

Content Categories

Crime, Justice & Law Enforcement 20
Constitutional & Electoral Reform 16
Healthcare & Social Programs 12
District & State Issues 11
Party Politics & Leadership 11

Topics & Themes

MAGA Voting Rights Racial Justice Domestic Terrorism Higher Education Inflation Republican Party Public Health Federal Budget Voluntary Sector K-12 Education Gerrymandering Congressional Ethics Arts & Culture Affordable Housing Legal Immigration Farm Bill Health Insurance ICE Impeachment

Top Quartile Benchmarks

Based on top 126 of 503 in US Congress

Posts
365
Bennie: 545 ↑
Likes
410,620
Bennie: 97,644 ↓
Comments
36,131
Bennie: 16,727 ↓
Avg Likes
880.5
Bennie: 179.2 ↓
Avg Comments
84.9
Bennie: 30.7 ↓
Benchmarker Score
482,881
Bennie: 131,098 ↓
Posts/Week
17.1
Bennie: 24.8 ↑
Avg Post Length
237 chars
Bennie: 350 ↑
Trending Topics (Top Quartile)
Armed Forces Middle East Federal Budget ICE Voting Rights