A tight special election in Tennessee’s 7th congressional district sees Democrats aiming to flip a traditionally conservative seat following Republican Mark Green’s resignation. Trump-backed Matt Van Epps faces Democratic state Representative Aftyn Behn, who is closing the gap in polls, trailing by just two points. National attention has surged, with significant funding from both sides, highlighting potential shifts in voter sentiment ahead of the critical 2026 midterms. As Trump’s approval ratings decline, this race could signal growing challenges for Republicans in deep-red areas.
