Jackson Airport Control Trial Ends | Jackson News

The Jackson airport control battle reached a pivotal moment as closing arguments ended in a high-stakes legal showdown over Senate Bill 2162 — the law that would transfer airport management to the state. City officials and the airport authority allege racial bias drove the legislation, citing testimony from Mayor John Horhn and Councilman Vernon Hartley, who claim the bill targeted Jackson’s majority-Black community. The city’s lawyer argued the airport was singled out unfairly compared to others across the state. Meanwhile, the state’s attorney countered that lawmakers were focused on economic efficiency, not race. With no decision imminent, both sides now have 60 days to file additional written arguments as the judge prepares to review the case — and the outcome remains uncertain. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dc96c662a0cb9b4f