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The 2026 Tennessee governor general election
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Where it stands
The general-election matchup is set: Republican Marsha Blackburn will face Democrat Jerry Green for Tennessee governor in November 2026. The election has not yet concluded, and its winner remains to be determined.
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The story so far
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Blackburn vs. Green Guarantees Tennessee's First Woman Governor
Marsha Blackburn and Jerri Green won Aug. 6 primaries, guaranteeing Tennessee's first female governor on Nov. 3.
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- The exact year and name of Tennessee's last Democratic governor are not established in these sources.
- Blackburn's primary margin, fundraising totals, and detailed general-election plans are not provided.
History
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Who's involved
People
Donald TrumpPresident of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)1 report
John W. RoseAmerican politician (born 1965)1 report
Marsha BlackburnAmerican businesswoman and politician (born 1952)1 report- Monty FrittsAmerican politician1 report
Phil BredesenGovernor of Tennessee from 2003 to 20111 report
Places
- MemphisMemphis, TN, USA1 report
- TennesseeTennessee, USA1 report
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