When the Republican-controlled Tennessee legislature gathered to redraw congressional maps earlier this year, they wanted to gain a seat in the U.S. House. So they spliced Davidson County into three more rural, Republican-leaning districts.
Sen. Lamar Alexander: Congress Needs To Approve Trump’s Military Strategy In Iran
Members of the Tennessee congressional delegation have started to express their thoughts about the military situation in Iran. Their comments have split mostly along party lines. But, at least one Republican wants Congress to have a say in the strategy.
A State Lawmaker’s Comments About Vaccines Provokes An Official Backlash
Listen A Tennessee lawmaker who recently questioned the effectiveness of vaccines has received backlash — and even prompting a state department to weigh in.
Haslam’s Decision Not To Run For Senate Triggers Waterfall Of Campaign Announcements
Gov. Bill Haslam issued a statement Thursday saying he will not run for U.S. Senate, altering the calculus of the race to replace the retiring Republican Bob Corker and other races down the ballot. So far, two other politicians have announced their decisions later in the day as well.
Still Undecided About Another Run, Corker Says He Expects Challenges If He Does
Listen Tennessee Senator Bob Corker has his first Republican challenger next year — if he decides to seek re-election. Conservative activist Andrew Ogles announced Thursday that he’s running for the seat, which Corker has held since 2007. Others might not be far behind.
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