August 7, 2026

Justin Pearson Wins Democratic Primary in Newly Redrawn Tennessee District Against Brent Taylor

Justin Pearson won the Democratic primary for Tennessee's 9th Congressional District, defeating state Sen. London Lamar and others.
Republicans nominated state senator Brent Taylor, endorsed by Donald Trump, for the same seat.
The newly redrawn district now has 71% new voters and is expected to tilt Republican, raising concerns about representation for Memphis voters.

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