As the election nears, false rhetoric about noncitizen voting is having a real impact as some GOP officials are scrutinizing voter rolls and questioning some voters’ registrations.
NashVillager Podcast: (Not) talking about Republican infighting
What did Tennessee leaders leave out of their RNC speeches? Plus the local news for July 19, 2024.
NashVillager Podcast: Tennessee’s fracturing GOP leadership
How did Governor Lee’s signature measures fail in a legislature controlled by his own party? Plus your local newscast for April 25, 2024.
Super Tuesday brought no surprises in Tennessee as Biden, Trump face off for presidency
Likely because of the predictable outcome, voter turnout across the nation has been low in comparison to past primaries. The same held true in Tennessee.
How a far-right political group rose to power in Sumner County — and what they’re pursuing in the next election
Sumner County’s upcoming elections could have a major impact on public life for years to come. That’s thanks in large part to a hard-right branch of the Republican party and its surprising rise to power.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis highlights his presidential agenda during speech at annual Tennessee Republican dinner
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped in Nashville Saturday night to give a keynote speech at the 44th Annual Statesman’s Dinner. The Republican fundraiser has boasted big names in the party in the past, but for DeSantis, this worked as a chance to give state lawmakers his presidential campaign speech.
Sumner County Commission votes to seat a Republican who was tied with her Democratic opponent
The Republican-led commission could have chosen to send the race to a runoff in November, but opted to seat Republican Terri Boyt instead.
In Nashville, former President Trump rips Jan. 6 committee as ‘unhinged insurrection hoax,’ criticizes Pence
Former President Donald Trump ripped congressional hearings on the Jan. 6 insurrection while in Nashville on Friday, rehashing false claims about the 2020 election and the attack on the Capitol.
State ethics bill backed by GOP leaders riles conservative groups
One particular measure in a sweeping ethics package that’s riling some conservative groups is a requirement to more fully disclose expenditures.
Haslam, Corker Say Little on Gay Marriage, and Don’t Budge
Two of Tennessee’s top Republicans say they’re not softening on the issue of gay marriage. Both Senator Bob Corker and Governor Bill Haslam said little, other than that it should be left up to the states.
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