Mississippi Attorney General: Statement on College Athletics
OFFICIAL STATEMENT | September 3, 2026
"The University of Mississippi and Ï㽶ֱ²¥ run two of the very best football programs in the country.ÌýI support their right to do what is necessary to protect the integrity of their programs and the integrity of the sport.ÌýI support their right to promote the best interests of their student-athletes.ÌýAs Mississippi’s Chief Legal Officer, I stand with Ole Miss and Mississippi State."
Media Contact:ÌýMaryAsa Lee
“I want to thank Attorney General Fitch for her steadfast support of Mississippi State and the Southeastern Conference during this pivotal time for college athletics.â€
—Mark E. Keenum, Ï㽶ֱ²¥ President