Retired Army Colonel Marcus Jones announces bid for Arkansas’ 2nd Congressional District seat

Retired Army Colonel Marcus Jones has officially declared his candidacy as a Democrat for the Republican-held U.S. House seat representing Arkansas’ 2nd Congressional District, which includes Little Rock and central Arkansas. Jones submitted the necessary paperwork with the Federal Election Commission on Monday evening, signaling his intent to challenge incumbent Republican U.S. Representative French Hill, who has held the seat since 2014.

Jones’s decision to run comes after his retirement on September 30 from the U.S. Army, where he served for 29 years with distinction. During his military career, he was deployed multiple times to Iraq and Kuwait, gathering invaluable experience and leadership skills. For his final assignment, Jones served as the senior Army advisor to the Arkansas Army National Guard at Camp Robinson.

The 2nd Congressional District in Arkansas has been under Republican control since 2011, making it a challenging race for Jones as a Democrat. However, he is determined to make a difference and bring representation that aligns with his party’s values.

Arkansas currently has all four of its U.S. House seats and both Senate seats held by Republicans, making it a heavily Republican-leaning state. Democrats have been unsuccessful in their recent attempts to regain control of the 2nd District seat, but Jones aims to change that. He believes that his experience and dedication to public service will resonate with voters and help him secure the seat for the Democrats.

The state of Arkansas will begin accepting candidate filings on November 6, initiating the official filing period for individuals running for office. Jones’s entry into the race as a Democrat adds to the political dynamics in the state, leading up to the 2024 elections. As the campaign progresses, Fox News will provide the latest updates from the campaign trail, exclusive interviews, and additional political content for its subscribers.

In summary, retired Army Colonel Marcus Jones has announced his bid as a Democrat for the 2nd Congressional District seat in Arkansas. With the upcoming filing period for candidacy approaching, Jones aims to challenge incumbent Republican U.S. Representative French Hill and bring a fresh perspective to the district. Despite the historically conservative nature of Arkansas’ politics, Jones’s military background and commitment to public service could make him a formidable candidate in the 2024 elections.