In Mississippi, a significant number of affidavit ballots have been rejected, impacting key Democratic strongholds like Hinds County, where election officials accepted 817 ballots but rejected 1,609. The statewide rejection rate stands at 24%, raising concerns among JSU students, with 233 of their ballots thrown out amidst a close US Senate race. Hinds County is still counting ballots, with voters and officials awaiting final certification, following historic turnout. Election commissioners urge patience as they navigate the complicated process, aiming to complete the ballot count in the coming days.