Nineteen candidates, including experienced lawmakers, newcomers, and a man pardoned by President Trump for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot, are running in Tennessee’s first special congressional election in nearly 40 years. The race for the Middle Tennessee seat, vacated by Republican Mark Green in July, is expected to favor Republicans. Matt Van Epps, endorsed by Trump, Gov. Bill Lee, and Green, stands out among a crowded Republican field.
Turnout has been low in early voting across 14 counties. Democratic contenders, including state Rep. Bo Mitchell, Vincent Dixie, and Aftyn Behn, have focused on energizing voters in the Nashville area. The general election is scheduled for Dec. 2.
Turnout has been low in early voting across 14 counties. Democratic contenders, including state Rep. Bo Mitchell, Vincent Dixie, and Aftyn Behn, have focused on energizing voters in the Nashville area. The general election is scheduled for Dec. 2.
