NRCC Chairman Greg Walden’s Statement on Trent Kelly’s Victory in MS-01 Special Election Runoff

The National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Greg Walden issued the following statement tonight regarding Trent Kelly’s victory in the special election runoff for Mississippi’s 1^st Congressional District.

“I want to extend my congratulations to Trent on his well-deserved victory tonight.  I am sure Congressman-elect Trent Kelly will work tirelessly from Day One on behalf of Mississippi’s 1^st District families. Our hearts are still heavy over the loss of our friend and colleague Rep. Alan Nunnelee and our prayers will continue to be with his family. But there’s no question that Trent will continue Rep. Nunnelee’s dedication to ensuring Mississippi families have a strong economy, good paying jobs and that their values and voices are heard right here in Congress. I look forward to having Trent join our Conference and to see him fight for the 1^st District in Washington.”