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Tennessee Primary Election Results: Key Races and Vote Totals Announced

Tennessee Primary Election Results: Key Races and Vote Totals Announced

Tennessee's primary elections have concluded, with significant outcomes in several key races. In the gubernatorial race, Marsha Blackburn and Jerri Green secured nominations for the Republicans and Democrats, respectively. This sets up a historic race that could result in Tennessee's first female governor. In the U.S. Senate race, Republican Bill Hagerty and Democrat Marquita Bradshaw emerged as their parties' nominees. The primary also determined candidates for the U.S. House, with notable contests in districts 5 and 9. The results reflect the political dynamics in Tennessee, a state with a strong Republican presence.
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When is the next Memphis election? Here are the races on the ballot

When is the next Memphis election? Here are the races on the ballot

Shelby County voters will be back at the polls in a few months. See what will be on the November ballot.
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Tennessee Governor's Race to Make History with Blackburn and Green Nominations

Tennessee Governor's Race to Make History with Blackburn and Green Nominations

Tennessee's gubernatorial race is set to make history as Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and Democratic Shelby County Public Defender Jerri Green win their respective party nominations. This marks the first time both major parties have nominated women for governor in Tennessee. Blackburn, a high-profile politician with a long career in public office, focuses on issues such as banning cellphone use in schools and addressing illegal immigration. Green, campaigning on affordability and healthcare, aims to challenge the Republican stronghold in the state.
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Tennessee Primary Elections Conclude Amid Redistricting and Gubernatorial Race

Tennessee Primary Elections Conclude Amid Redistricting and Gubernatorial Race

Tennessee's 2026 Primary Election has concluded, with voters selecting nominees for governor, U.S. Senate, U.S. House, and state legislative races. The election was marked by significant changes due to redistricting, which altered district lines across the state, including in Nashville and Memphis. This redistricting has led to some candidates running in new districts and others opting not to seek reelection. The governor's race is particularly notable, as Gov. Bill Lee is term-limited, leaving the position open for the first time since 2018. Marsha Blackburn leads the Republican field, while five Democrats vie for their party's nomination.
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US Sen. Marsha Blackburn wins GOP nomination for Tennessee governor

US Sen. Marsha Blackburn wins GOP nomination for Tennessee governor

Tennessee is set to elect its first woman governor with Republican Marsha Blackburn set to face Democrat Jerri Green in the November general election.
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Senator Bill Hagerty to Face Marquita Bradshaw in Tennessee General Election

Senator Bill Hagerty to Face Marquita Bradshaw in Tennessee General Election

Senator Bill Hagerty has secured his position on the Republican ticket for the upcoming general election in Tennessee. Hagerty, who was first elected in 2020, will be running against Democratic candidate Marquita Bradshaw. The primary elections in Tennessee also saw several Republican incumbents, including U.S. Reps. Diana Harshbarger, Tim Burchett, Chuck Fleischmann, Scott DesJarlais, Matt Van Epps, and David Kustoff, advance unopposed. These candidates will face their Democratic challengers in the general election scheduled for November 3. Additionally, the Republican primary in the 5th Congressional District resulted in Charlie Hatcher defeating incumbent U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles, despite Ogles' endorsement from President Trump.
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Green, Blackburn dominate Shelby County gubernatorial votes

Green, Blackburn dominate Shelby County gubernatorial votes

A look at the Shelby County results for the 2026 gubernatorial race.
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Tennessee Sen. Blackburn wins Republican primary for governor, defeating fellow Trump ally

Tennessee Sen. Blackburn wins Republican primary for governor, defeating fellow Trump ally

By David Morgan and Daniel Trotta WASHINGTON, Aug 6 (Reuters) - U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn won Tennessee's Republican primary election for governor, U.S. media projected on Thursday, making her the heavy favorite in the November general election.
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Tennessee Prepares for State Primary Amid New Congressional Map Changes

Tennessee Prepares for State Primary Amid New Congressional Map Changes

Tennessee is gearing up for its state primary elections, which will see significant changes due to a new Republican-drawn congressional map. The map has split Memphis into three Republican-dominated districts, prompting the retirement of long-serving Democratic U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen. The gubernatorial race is also drawing attention, with Republican candidates including U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and U.S. Rep. John Rose vying to replace term-limited Gov. Bill Lee. The primary will also determine nominees for U.S. Senate, with incumbent Bill Hagerty seeking reelection. The elections are set against a backdrop of political shifts and redistricting challenges.
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Study up before voting in the Knox County, Tennessee primary elections

Study up before voting in the Knox County, Tennessee primary elections

Knox News interviewed dozens of candidates ahead of the Aug. 6 election. Here's what they had to say.
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Tennessee governor primary election results, winners from each party

Tennessee governor primary election results, winners from each party

Tennesseans will choose Republican and Democratic nominees for governor on Aug. 6. See results and winners here.
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Davidson County candidate guide for the Aug. 6 primary election

Davidson County candidate guide for the Aug. 6 primary election

Tennessee holds its primary election Aug. 6. Nashvillians can see which state and federal candidates will be on their ballots here.