Tennessee Republicans grappled with the results of last week’s midterms while choosing new leadership in the state Senate.
Marianna Bacallao, Power & Equity Reporter
Marianna Bacallao (mare-ee-AW-nuh bah-kuh-YOW) covers systems of power from the statehouse to the pulpit with a focus on those most impacted by policy. Previously, she served as the afternoon host for WPLN News, where she won a regional Edward R. Murrow for hosting during a deadly tornado outbreak, served as a guide on election night and gave live updates in the wake of the Covenant School shooting. A Georgia native, she was a contributor to Georgia Public Broadcasting during her undergrad years and served as editor-in-chief for Mercer University’s student newspaper.
This Tennessee Democrat ousted an eight-term congressman with less than $100K
Tennessee Republicans spent $3 million for an all-GOP delegation in Congress. She upended that plan with less than $100,000.
Blackburn pivots to affordability after surviving blue wave as Tennessee governor-elect
The majority of Tennessee voters did not choose Marsha Blackburn. But the 74-year-old political titan seems to be making the most of a glass 45.5% full.
Redistricted Memphis congressional seat flips red
For the first time in nearly six decades, Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District will likely send a Republican to Washington.
Tennessee GOP newcomer Charlie Hatcher to take Andy Ogles’ seat in Congress
Republican Charlie Hatcher, a former member of Gov. Bill Lee’s administration, beat Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder in a closely watched race for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District.
Tennessee elects Blackburn as first female governor by thin margin
Longtime Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn will make history as Tennessee’s first female governor without the majority of the vote.
Unofficial results show Democrat leading Tennessee’s 4th Congressional District
Republicans may lose a U.S. House seat in Tennessee that wasn’t on anyone’s radar. The potential win of a relatively unknown Democratic candidate would thwart Republicans’ goal of sending an all-GOP delegation to Washington.
Tennessee re-elects U.S. Rep. Matt Van Epps one year after special election
U.S. Rep. Matt Van Epps has won re-election one year after winning a special congressional election to replace longtime District 7 Congressman Mark Green.
Tennessee District 6 elects state Rep. Johnny Garrett to replace John Rose
State Rep. Johnny Garrett has won Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District over Democrat and veteran Mike Croley.
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