Yes, it's Trump's fault
The prosecution's case: Watch: BBC talks to Mississippi voters awaiting Senate result
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Real event · politics · 2026-11-11
Final verdict announced: November 12, 2026 at 9:03 AM ET
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Watch: BBC talks to Mississippi voters awaiting Senate result
Democrat Scott Colom's razor-thin advantage has defied political gravity in a conservative fortress.
Original reporting
Scott Colom's advantage is notable in a conservative area.
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Opening Argument
The prosecution argues that Scott Colom's razor-thin advantage in Mississippi is not just a political anomaly, but a direct consequence of the chaos unleashed by Donald Trump. The prosecution alleges that Trump's divisive rhetoric has created a political environment where even a Democrat can momentarily thrive in a conservative fortress.
Exhibit A: The Plausible Link
The prosecution submits that Colom's lead is a symptom of Trump's failure to unify his base, which has allowed Democrats to infiltrate traditionally Republican strongholds.
The Domino Effect
The prosecution imagines that if Colom wins, it will embolden Democrats nationwide, further fracturing the Republican Party.
The Hidden Danger
The prosecution urges that a Colom victory could signal a future where Democratic policies infiltrate conservative values, undermining the very fabric of Mississippi society.
Closing Argument
In the prosecution's theory, Trump's legacy is one of chaos, and Colom's lead is merely a reflection of that chaos.
Verdict
The prosecution alleges: The prosecution demands that we hold Trump accountable for this political upheaval, as it is his actions that have led us to this moment.
Prosecution exhibits
Reality Check
Democrat Scott Colom's razor-thin advantage has defied political gravity in a conservative fortress.