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Trump Backs Combat Veteran Van Epps in Tennessee Race
10/4/2025
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Story summary
- Trump endorses Matt Van Epps for Tennessee’s 7th District, a “MAGA Warrior” ahead of Oct. 7.
- Van Epps is praised as a West Point graduate and combat-decorated pilot; Rep. Lee Reeves withdraws.
- District is Republican-leaning and was held by Mark Green, who endorsed Van Epps.
- Outside spending nears $2.5 million targeting Van Epps and Jody Barrett; the Dec. 2 election.
