AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee’s state primary
Summary
Tennessee will hold important state primary elections, including a race for governor with several Republican and Democratic candidates. New congressional maps have changed district boundaries in Memphis, affecting longtime representatives and shifting political dynamics.Key Facts
- Tennessee’s senior U.S. senator, Marsha Blackburn, is running in the Republican primary for governor.
- Governor Bill Lee cannot run again due to term limits.
- U.S. Rep. John Rose and state Rep. Monty Fritts also compete in the Republican governor primary.
- Memphis voters will pick nominees for Congress under new district maps favoring Republicans.
- The new maps split Memphis into three mostly Republican districts, ending Democratic Rep. Steve Cohen’s long tenure.
- State Rep. Justin Pearson and others are running for the Democratic congressional nomination in the new 9th District.
- Tennessee’s junior U.S. senator, Bill Hagerty, seeks a second term with no Republican opposition so far.
- Shelby, Davidson, and Knox counties are key areas influencing statewide elections in Tennessee.
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