Timaka James-Jones
Timaka James-Jones | |
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| Member of the Mississippi House of Representatives from the 51st district | |
| Assumed office January 2, 2024 | |
| Preceded by | Rufus Straughter |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 16, 1973 Belzoni, Mississippi |
| Political party | Democratic |
| Spouse | Marvin Vernard Jones |
| Occupation | Circuit Clerk & County Registrar |
| Profession | Politician |
Timaka James-Jones serves as a member of the Mississippi House of Representatives for the 51st District, affiliating with the Democratic Party, a position she has held since 2024.[1][2]
James-Jones was the first female African-American Justice Court Judge elected in Humphreys County, as well as the first African-American elected female Circuit Clerk in Humphreys County.[3]
References
- ^ Inman, Ed. "Democratic candidates gather for forum in Yazoo City. See what they said". Clarion Ledger. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ Corder, Frank (January 2, 2024). "Mississippi Legislature Gavels in for New Term". Magnolia Tribune. Retrieved April 17, 2024.
- ^ "CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks" (PDF). Retrieved April 17, 2024.