Russ Latino

Russ Latino is the founder and CEO of Magnolia Tribune, a non-profit digital news outlet covering the State Capitol, Mississippi business, and culture. Russ also hosts The Sit Down with Russ Latino on Mississippi Public Broadcasting.

Russ previously served as President of Empower Mississippi, ran Stand Together’s National economic and healthcare portfolios in Washington, D.C., and served as State Director of Americans for Prosperity. Before beginning his public policy work, Russ practiced law with a concentration in business and constitutional litigation. He maintains a select law practice today.

Russ's research and writing have been featured in national outlets, including the Wall Street Journal, National Review, USA Today, The Hill, and The Washington Examiner, among other outlets. He has been a frequent commentator in both state and national media, from Politico to Bloomberg to News Nation. Russ and his wife live in Madison with their two children, a precocious beagle and a wily cat.