Nashville businessman Darden Copeland has won the Democratic primary for Tennessee’s new 7th Congressional District — nearly a year after losing to state Rep. Aftyn Behn, D-Nashville, in a special congressional primary for the seat.
Trump pick Van Epps to face Rep. Behn in fight for open TN congressional seat
Former Tennessee commissioner Matt Van Epps will face off against state Rep. Aftyn Behn in December’s general election.
What to know before you vote in Tennessee’s special congressional primary
Tuesday’s congressional primary will determine the final matchup for the Dec. 2 general election to replace former District 7 Congressman Mark Green. Green announced an early retirement from the U.S. House of Representatives less than six months into his term, triggering this special election.
Dark money groups outspend Tennessee congressional candidates, oppose Republican Jody Barrett
Update: This story was updated Oct. 6 with the latest spending data from the School Freedom Fund. Out-of-state groups have funneled millions of dollars into Tennessee’s special congressional race, outpacing the fundraising totals for most frontrunners.
Early voting for Tennessee’s special congressional primary begins. Here’s how candidates are trying to stand out
As early voting kicks off, Republicans and Democrats running for the state’s 7th congressional district are trying to distinguish themselves.
Meet the congressional candidates for Tennessee’s special election
With the filing deadline come and gone, the candidates are set for the Oct. 7 special primary election.
Bail bondsman, accountant, Nashville representative: Who is Vincent Dixie?
Many politicians don’t grow up thinking they want to eventually represent thousands of people and help create laws. In fact, most have an entire life and career outside of being politicians.
Former President Donald Trump will remain on Tennessee ballot despite questions of eligibility over felony convictions
Tennessee’s Attorney General hasn’t responded to a question of whether former President Donald Trump should be removed from the ballot. But the Secretary of State’s communication director has issued a statement, saying that Trump is eligible to run for president.
Tennessee Black Caucus calls for resignation of lawmaker whose bill amendment would bring back lynching
Lethal injection for Tennessee’s death row inmates has been on pause since last April. In the meantime, one lawmaker is proposing the use of electric chairs and firing squads as alternatives. There’s an uproar, however, against an even harsher proposal.
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