Rodney Hall (Mississippi politician) explained

Rodney Hall
State House:Mississippi
State:Mississippi
District:20th
Term Start:January 2, 2024
Predecessor:Chris Brown
Birth Name:Rodney Hall
Birth Date:7 December 1987
Party:Republican
Residence:DeSoto County, Mississippi
Alma Mater:University of Mississippi School of Law
Marion Military Institute
Occupation:Attorney, army infantry officer
Legislature:Mississippi House of Representatives
Serviceyears:2004–present (reserve)
Rank: Major
Unit:Army National Guard
Battles:Operation Enduring Freedom
Operation Inherent Resolve
Operation Spartan Shield
Commands:155th Infantry Regiment (United States)

Rodney Hall (born December 7, 1987) is an American politician serving as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for the 20th District, affiliating with the Republican Party. Hall assumed office in January 2024 and is notably the first African-American Republican to serve in the Mississippi House since the Reconstruction era.[1] [2]

Early life and education

Rodney Hall was born on December 7, 1987. He attended the Marion Military Institute, where he developed an interest in public service and leadership. Hall later earned a Juris Doctor degree from the University of Mississippi School of Law.[3]

Military career

Hall has served in the Army National Guard since 2004. During his military career, he has been deployed in various operations, including Operation Enduring Freedom, Operation Inherent Resolve, and Operation Spartan Shield. He currently holds the rank of Major and commanded Bravo Company in the 155th Infantry Regiment (United States).[1] [2]

Political career

Hall was elected to the Mississippi House of Representatives in 2023 and took office in January 2024. He represents the 20th District and is a member of the Republican Party. His election marked a significant milestone as he became the first African-American Republican to serve in the Mississippi House since the Reconstruction era.[4] [5]

Personal life

Rodney Hall is married to Tierra Marie Hall, and they have four children. The family resides in DeSoto County, Mississippi.[6]

External links

Notes and References

  1. News: 2023-08-09 . Rodney Hall becomes first Black Republican in Mississippi House since Reconstruction . 2024-03-28 . SuperTalk Mississippi . en-US.
  2. News: Pittman . Ashton . 2023-08-10 . First Black Republican Elected To Mississippi House Since Reconstruction . 2024-03-28 . Mississippi Free Press . en-US.
  3. Web site: David Hall Biography . 2024-05-16 . The History Makers . en.
  4. News: Rodney Hall first Black Republican in Mississippi House since 1894 . 2024-03-28 . Mississippi Today.
  5. News: Corder . Frank . 2023-08-10 . First Black Republican State Representative Since Reconstruction Elected in Mississippi . 2024-03-28 . Magnolia Tribune.
  6. Web site: Rodney Hall at Ballotpedia . 2024-05-16 . Ballotpedia.