J. Walter Michel, a Republican, serves as Mississippi State Senator representing District 25 . Born on December 30, 1960, in Jackson, Mississippi, he resides in Ridgeland with his spouse, Beth, and is Catholic. A commercial real estate agent since 1983 with his own agency, he is involved in organizations like the American Legislative Exchange Council, National Rifle Association , and Mississippi Association of Realtors. Notable roles include Chair of the Insurance Committee, Vice Chair of the Rules Committee, and service on committees such as Appropriations, Economic and Workforce Development, and Energy. He has been a delegate to Republican National Conventions and a former Scoutmaster for Eagle Scouts.

Education and Political Experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in Real Estate Finance from the University of Mississippi .

Political Experience:

- Mississippi State Senate, District 25: 2000-2012, 2016-present

- Mississippi State House of Representatives: 1992

- Former roles: Vice Chair, Business and Financial Institutions Committee; Member, Constitution, Highways and Transportation, Local and Private Committees