Tennessee’s 2026 candidate lists finalized for state and federal races

By: Adam Friedman

Outlets: Tennessee Lookout

Published: March 11, 2026

Words: 483

Last Updated: 4 months, 3 weeks ago

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Tennessee’s Secretary of State has released the full list of candidates for 2026 state and federal elections following Tuesday’s filing deadline.

The marquee race of the cycle is the open governor’s seat, with term-limited Gov. Bill Lee unable to seek reelection. U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn, U.S. Rep. John Rose and state Rep. Monty Fritts are expected to be the main contenders for the Republican nomination, with recent polling showing Blackburn as the frontrunner.

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