Aberdeen native Justin Crosby will fill a Mississippi House seat

Justin Crosby, an Aberdeen native, defeated Jon Lancaster in a November special election and will represent District 22 when the Mississippi Legislature convenes on January 6, 2026.

Justin Crosby, an Aberdeen native, will represent District 22 in the Mississippi House of Representatives. He defeated Republican incumbent Jon Lancaster in a November special election. Crosby said he and his team spent months meeting residents across the district. The state legislature's 2026 session begins January 6, when he will join other incoming members. What is known: - Justin Crosby won the District 22 special election in November. - He defeated Republican incumbent Jon Lancaster. - Crosby said his campaign knocked on almost 11,000 doors and met voters in Chickasaw, Clay and Monroe counties. - He has said he plans to focus on expanding Medicaid, workforce development and educational issues. - The Mississippi Legislature convenes for its 2026 session on January 6, when Crosby will take his seat. Summary: Crosby's election changes representation for District 22 and adds a new voice from Aberdeen to the 2026 legislative session. He has emphasized local outreach and plans to prioritize Medicaid expansion, workforce development and education. The Legislature convenes January 6, 2026, when he will begin his service alongside other new members.