November’s election will decide the state’s next governor. Also on the ballot are several constitutional amendments — and it’s the first general election since the state’s congressional districts were redrawn.
In 4th District — now including South Nashville — incumbent Rep. DesJarlais will face Victoria Broderick
In Tennessee’s redrawn 4th District — where some South Nashvillians have found themselves after redistricting — incumbent Rep. Scott DesJarlais is now set to face off against Fayetteville’s Victoria Broderick.
Tennessee redrew its congressional map. Here’s who’s on your primary ballot.
The candidates for Tennessee’s mid-term primaries shifted after redistricting. It’s a lot for voters to sort out as they head to the polls.
Rep. DesJarlais Asks For Crackdown On Patients Who Share Narcotics
Congressman Scott DesJarlais wants a crackdown on patients who share pills. The Republican who represents Murfreesboro was once a doctor himself.
Here’s How Middle Tennessee Congressmen Voted On Last-Minute Spending Bill
Congresswoman Diane Black was the Nashville area’s only representative to vote for the $1.1 trillion spending bill that passed the House Thursday night.
If DesJarlais Squeaks Out GOP Primary Win, Democratic Opponent Says She’ll Lay Off His Past
State Sen. Jim Tracy’s campaign used that checkered personal history for attack ads. Apparently, it didn’t work as well as hoped, because he’s still 37 votes behind as provisional ballots are being counted one-by-one.
We Won’t Know The Final Tally On DesJarlais/Tracy For Weeks
It could be weeks before a final outcome is determined in the race between Congressman Scott DesJarlais and state Sen. Jim Tracy. The incumbent was almost considered the underdog following revelations that he once pressured a mistress to have an abortion. And Thursday night, both men claimed victory.
Tracy Declares Victory, But DesJarlais Ekes Out The Unofficial Win
Though the results are yet to be official, and most likely to be challenged, incumbent Congressman Scott DesJalais beat State Senator Jim Tracy by 35 votes.
Voters Split Over Forgetting DesJarlais’ Troubled Past In Reelection Bid
The most competitive congressional race in Tennessee this year may hinge on forgiveness.



