Trump, Harris and big money transform Tennessee special election into marquee contest
November 21, 2025
A special election in Tennessee has gained national attention in a heavily Republican district. Allies of Donald Trump and former Vice President Kamala Harris have turned the December 2 contest into a major political battle. The race is the first since Democrats won big in November, which was seen as a referendum on Trump. Republicans want to change the narrative with a big win in Tennessee. Trump-supporting super PAC MAGA Inc. is spending over $1 million on Republican candidate Matt Van Epps. Meanwhile, Democrat Aftyn Behn is receiving national support. Both parties see this election as crucial for next year’s midterms.