More state troopers, no grocery tax cuts in Tennessee’s $58B budget Tennessee lawmakers have prioritized school vouchers and law enforcement during a lean budget year.

After approving Tennessee's budget last week, the statehouse is spending its final days in session considering pricey immigration enforcement measures unaccounted for in the budget.

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Tennessee’s Charlie Kirk Act bans student walkouts, protects conservative speakers College students who participate in walkouts could be suspended or expelled under a new measure passed by the Tennessee General Assembly on Monday. The

Tennessee college students who participate in a walkout could be expelled under the Charlie Kirk Act.

The statehouse passed the measure this week, which also bars universities from uninviting a guest speaker based on their opposition to abortion or LGBTQ rights.

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Tennessee adds criminal penalties for immigration offenses at White House's behest The Tennessee General Assembly has passed a measure that would make it a state crime to remain in the U.S. after a final deportation order has been

The Tennessee statehouse has passed a trigger law to give the state more control over immigration enforcement if U.S. Supreme Court precedent ever changes.

The measure, which now heads to Gov. Bill Lee's desk, would criminalize certain immigration offenses.

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Tennessee is advancing White House immigration policy at the state level. Here's where each proposal stands Immigration policy from the White House is slowly making its way through the Tennessee statehouse with the end of session just a few weeks away.

Immigration policy from the White House is slowly making its way through the Tennessee statehouse with the end of session just a few weeks away.

Here’s where each bill by Trump advisor Stephen Miller currently stands.

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The Tennessee House has passed a measure to compile data on transgender patients statewide and provide healthcare coverage to those who de-transition.

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Tennessee state troopers just carried a protestor out of the House gallery for opposing a bill that would track transgender patients seeking gender-affirming care in the state.

Rare bipartisan support won't be enough to resurrect Tennessee Democrats' housing bill A bipartisan push for housing reform is dead this year after an attempt to resurrect the bill was unsuccessful. Sen. Charlane Oliver, D-Nashville,

A bipartisan push for housing reform is dead this year after an attempt to resurrect the "Homes Not Hedge Funds Act" was unsuccessful. It would've limited the number of single-family homes developers can buy.

What its failure tells us about Tennessee's Democratic party:

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Suing over Tennessee laws may get tougher Tennesseans may have a harder time challenging laws they believe are unconstitutional under a measure that's now before the governor. HB 1791/SB 1731

Tennesseans may have a harder time challenging laws they believe are unconstitutional.

A bill headed to Gov. Bill Lee's desk could further limit what power citizens have to challenge state policy.

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Immigration judge rules Nashville journalist can leave detention, but ICE intervenes Immigration officials have appealed the decision to release Spanish-language journalist Estefany Rodriguez Florez.

A Nashville journalist detained by ICE will remain in custody —despite an immigration judge granting her bond.

Immigration officials have appealed the decision to release Spanish-language journalist Estefany Rodriguez Florez.

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Muslim Tennesseans respond to Rep. Ogles' call to deport them U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles is facing backlash from Muslim voters in his district after posting on social media that they “don’t belong in American society.”

Muslim Tennesseans in Rep. Andy Ogles' district "brace" for rise in Islamophobia as their congressman calls for a "Muslim ban."

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Noem, who was introduced as the “eighth Homeland Security Secretary,” didn’t acknowledge the change in leadership during her Nashville speech.
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Just minutes after President Trump announced her firing, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem is now delivering a speech to service men in Nashville, touting Trump’s deportation efforts.

As Trump touts Tennessee troopers, state officials face questions of racial profiling, dehumanizing treatment As Gov. Bill Lee has calls for more state troopers officials with the Tennessee Highway Patrol are facing questions of racial profiling and dehumanizing treatment of Nashville’s immigrant community du...

As Gov. Bill Lee looks to expand the Tennessee Highway Patrol, THP officials face questions over racial profiling and dehumanizing treatment of Nashville's immigrant community.
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As Nashville thaws, fears over immigration enforcement remain As a historic winter storm devastated Tennessee, the fight over immigration continued to play out at the statehouse and in Nashville’s streets.

Despite power outages and icy roads, Tennessee Republicans and Nashville protestors stayed focus on the issue of immigration during a historic winter storm.

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Tennessee to pilot White House immigration agenda at state level Tennessee will be the first state to pilot the White House’s immigration agenda, which focuses on increasing verification for legal residents and

Tennessee will be the first state to pilot the White House’s immigration agenda, which focuses on increasing verification for legal residents and requiring local law enforcement to partner with ICE.

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Immigration, school choice and Charlie kirk: Tennessee's legislative priorities for 2026 As Tennessee lawmakers continue the 114th General Assembly in Nashville this week, immigration and the governor’s school voucher program will still be

A controversial bill that would allow K-12 schools to deny students based on their immigration status is back at the Tennessee statehouse this year, as the GA continues to focus on immigration and school choice. #tnleg #tnpol

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As higher rents and food prices push out small businesses, these beloved Nashville restaurants are giving customers plenty of time to say goodbye.

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For new Nashvillians, Hanukkah can be lonely. How a new celebration helps The holidays can be a lonely time for Nashville’s young professionals. That’s why, for the past eight nights, the Jewish Federation of Nashville has put on events to bring their community together.

The holidays can be a lonely time for Nashville’s young professionals. How a new celebration helped bring new Nashvillians together for Hanukkah:

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Tennesseans' economic worries transcend political party, Vanderbilt poll finds Anxiety over the cost of living has risen in Tennessee since President Donald Trump took office, according to a Vanderbilt University poll released

Tennesseans across the political spectrum are worried about their finances, according to a Vanderbilt University poll.

Roughly 87% of respondents said the daily cost of living is too high.

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'We're at war': Nashville court increases security after U.S. Rep. Ogles' comments Nashville’s courthouse is heightening security following comments made by U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles, which the court said could incite violence. The Republican

Nashville’s courthouse is heightening security following comments made by U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles, which the court said could incite violence.

Ogles posted the names and photos of Nashville judges online with the message, "we are at war."

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What Van Epps' congressional win tells us about Trump's role in future campaigns The GOP victory comes after a campaign that was selective about Van Epps’ association with President Donald Trump.

Republican Matt Van Epps has been sworn in as Tennessee’s newest congressman, after narrowly winning a special election in the 7th District this week.

The former state commissioner's path to victory involved being more selective about his association with President Trump.

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Republicans keep Tennessee congressional seat in unexpectedly close race Republican Matt Van Epps fended off Democratic state Rep. Aftyn Behn with nearly 53% of the vote, a much narrower margin than previous years.

Republican Matt Van Epps has won Tennessee’s 7th Congressional seat in a special election that turned into an unexpected battleground.

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The race has shifted in Montgomery County, one of the district’s most populous. Election day votes have swung to favor Republican Van Epps by 51% with three-quarters of the vote counted so far.

Early voting totals have Montgomery County favoring Democratic candidate Aftyn Behn by 51%. That county supported Trump last year by 58%. Those numbers are subject to change when votes cast today on election day are tallied.

Polls closed a few minutes ago in Tennessee’s special congressional election. I’m here at a watch party hosted by Republican candidate Matt Van Epps as results trickle in from across TN’s far-reaching 7th District. Stay tuned!

Tennessee's special congressional race could be tight. Here's who's running Tuesday’s special congressional election could be a much tighter race than anticipated. Republicans swept Tennessee’s 7th congressional district by 22

Tennessee's special congressional election could be closer than expected — in a district that Trump swept by 22 points last year.

Both parties have poured millions of dollars into the race between Democratic state Rep. Aftyn Behn and combat veteran Matt Van Epps. #tnpol

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How competitive is Tennessee's special congressional race? Republican Mark Green's surprise retirement could present an opportunity for Democrats.

Tennessee's 7th congressional district has been a Republican stronghold for decades, but Democrats see December's special election as an opportunity to flip the seat.

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It's Thursday, which means it's Roundabout time. Congressional District 7 candidate Rep. Jody Barrett, Owen School prof and @tennesseelookout.com contributor Bruce Barry, and @wpln.bsky.social's @mariannabac.bsky.social join to help us think through the biggest news – including the special

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.

Former Tennessee commissioner Matt Van Epps will face off against state Rep. Aftyn Behn in December’s general election to replace U.S. Congressman Mark Green.

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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.

Who's on the ballot for Tennessee's congressional primary? Some candidates have suspended their campaigns, but their names will still be an option during Tuesday's primary election.

Here's everything to know before going to the polls:

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