Four Republican who are candidates are virtually tied just over a week before early voting starts met Sept. 5 for a debate. From left, former Commissioner of General Services Matt Van Epps. Rep. Lee Reeves, Rep. Jody Barrett and Rep. Gino Bulso. (Photo: John Partipilo/Tennessee Lookout)

Republicans state Reps. Gino Bulso and Lee Reeves, and Democratic businessman Darden Copeland each made six-figure loans to their U.S. Congressional campaigns, financial disclosure reports filed on Sept. 25 show.

The trio’’ self-funding accounts for just under half of the $2.5 million raised by the eight major candidates from both parties ahead of the October 7 primary.

The primary winners will face off in a December 2 special election to replace former U.S. Rep. Mark Green, who stepped down from his sea

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