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NASHVILLE, Tenn. ( NewsNation ) — Tennessee voters will head to the polls Tuesday in a closely watched special congressional election that represents another electoral test for both parties heading into the 2026 midterm season.

The race in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District pits Republican Matt Van Epps against Democratic state Rep. Aftyn Behn in a contest that has drawn national attention and millions in campaign spending despite the district’s solidly Republican voting history.

House Republicans are looking to maintain their narrow 219-213 majority by holding the seat vacated by former Rep. Mark Green , who resign

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