Thomas Edward King, Jr. (born July 19, 1947) is an American politician.

King was born in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and graduated from Petal High School.

In 2015, he was uncontested in the primary and won the general election with over 67% percent of the vote.

[4] He lives in Hattiesburg, Mississippi and is married to Susan Lynn Patterson.

[2] He is affiliated with the Chamber of Commerce, Rotary Club, American Legion and VFW.