New TNJ edition alert: Redistricting case update, special session wrangling, AG-approved drag shows
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is here. Here is what’s in it:
— Redistricting case may test anyone-can-sue-government statute.
— Speakers trying to find alternatives to ‘red flag’ law in special session.
— Risqué, but OK? AG says Memphis drag shows ‘don’t even come close’ to violating law.
— Flight of the Phoenix: Sexton declines to discuss Cothren claim of alliance in speaker’s race.
Also: FBI agents raid home of Shelby County Commissioner Edmund Ford Jr., early voting underway in two of three special state House elections, and the Registry’s former home gets a rebranding.
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New TNJ edition alert: Intimidation allegations in public corruption case, parents fret about retention law
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is here (a day early because of the approaching holiday weekend). Here is what’s in it:
— Prosecutors allege threats, intimidation in public corruption case.
— Parents fret about kids being held back due to third-grade test results.
—If drag show law is found unconstitutional, AG wants ruling to apply only to Shelby County.
Also: Freddie O’Connell wants “More Ville and less Vegas,” a rival gun rights group wants to “beat political asses” at the Tennessee Capitol, and Cameron Sexton says he’d do it all over again.
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New TNJ edition alert: Kelsey’s ‘big mistake,’ lawmakers demand shooter’s writings
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— Federal judge rejects Kelsey’s claim guilty plea was ‘big mistake’
— Statehouse update: Why ask when you can demand? Lawmakers seek shooter’s writings.
— From the campaign trail: Memphis residency ruling, Ogles gets another big endorsement, GOP race for vacated state House seat down to two candidates.
Also: Dolly Parton takes aim at politicians, Beth Harwell on “lazy” supermajorities, save the date for the Statesmen’s Dinner, and $700,000 for Cordell Hull repairs.
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New TNJ Alert: Legislative box scores, Memphis residency case, House District 3 primary set
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— Legislative box score gives glance at session’s heroes and zeros.
— Flotsam and jetsam: Sifting through the wreckage of the hundreds of bills that didn’t make it.
— From the campaign trail: Memphis residency, 3rd House District race, Nashville mayor’s poll, Ogles and Trump reunited.
Also: Oprah on the Justins, Gary Humble audit deadline set, Masha Blackburn on walk-and-talks and grandparents providing security, and Scotty Campbell promotes a mystery wrestler.
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New TNJ edition alert: Legislature’s popularity takes a hit, Lee looks elsewhere to fill Cabinet
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— Legislature’s popularity hits the skids after tumultuous session.
— Lee looks outside of Tennessee to fill vacancies within his Cabinet.
— From the campaign trail: Ex-Rep. Timothy Hill angling for appointment to old House seat.
— Obituaries: Early lottery backer Alan Hubbard, official fruit sponsor Dennis Roach.
Also: Bill Frist says gun violence “much worse” than when he ran U.S. Senate, Joe Carr hates need for “significant” property tax hike in Rutherford County, billable barbeque in Memphis, and Marsha Blackburn hawks kitchen utensils.
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New TNJ edition alert: Handing out awards before Lee calls lawmakers back for another go
With state lawmakers returning home after completing a tumultuous legislative session, the latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is handing out some prizes including:
— Rookies of the Year.
— Bruce Griffey Prize for Legislative Futility.
— Best Leak.
— Revolving Door Award.
— Men Without Hats Prize.
Also: Gary Humble is refusing to cooperate with a campaign finance audit, Marjorie Taylor Greene takes aim at Mark Green, hearing scheduled on Brian Kelsey’s bid to withdraw guilty plea, and Adam Lowe’s hot (mic) take on the attractiveness of gun protesters at the Capitol.
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New TNJ edition: Lawmakers beat hasty retreat, redistricting trial, and feds pan Kelsey’s motion
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— GOP lawmakers beating hasty retreat amid scandals, setbacks.
— Redistricting trial: Judges to decide if House, Senate maps pass constitutional muster.
— The Kelsey chronicles: Feds urge judge not to let ‘highly sophisticated’ ex-senator renege.
Also: GOP robocall denounces ‘Antifa mob’ during Capitol gun protests, Marsha Blackburn’s big first-quarter haul, a House memorial for the late state Rep. Barbara Cooper, and something smells at the airport.
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New TNJ edition alert: Lawmaker antics could torpedo chances for ’28 GOP convention
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— Self-sabotage: Lawmaker antics could scare off GOP convention.
— Leaked audio reveals infighting among House Republicans after ouster votes.
— Lee backs gun restrictions as lawmakers eye quick adjournment.
— Legislative update: Third grad retention, airport authority fight, teacher dues, and Delta 8.
Also: Scott Cepicky’s war, mayoral campaign cash in Memphis and Nashville, state government main-stays Paul Degges and Janet Kleinfelter retire, and a temporary pie designation.
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New TNJ edition alert: All eyes on Tennessee as House GOP throws out two Democrats after gun protest
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— Republicans vote out Dems Jones and Pearson, balk at Johnson.
— A look back at notable past protest actions that didn’t result in ousters.
— Obituary: Mickey Barker, lone dissenter in landmark Tennessee abortion case.
Also: Former top GOP official had kids at school where fatal shooting took place, Scott Cepicky denounces Chris Todd, and moving the line between Shelby and Fayette counties.
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New TNJ edition alert: Chaos at the Capitol, redistricting lawsuit headed for trial
The latest print edition of The Tennessee Journal is out. Here is what’s in it:
— Chaos grips House in wake of fatal school shooting in Nashville.
— Legislative roundup: Despite previous rejection, Senate OK’s teacher dues withholding ban.
— Legal challenge of House, Senate redistricting maps is headed to trial.
— Interest groups spent as much as $100 million on lobbying last year.
Also: Reaction to the Covenant School shooting from the president, governor, mayor, and more; Stephen Crump taking over as head of district attorneys association, the most recent House composite photo is already fading, and a corn contest between lawmakers.
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