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Trump's Attacks Fuel Behn's Momentum in Tennessee Election

12/2/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump attacks Democrat Aftyn Behn in Tennessee's special congressional election.
Behn says Trump's rhetoric is panic-driven.
Behn argues he lacks a plan for rising healthcare costs.
Behn's momentum is driven by economic discontent and Black voter turnout.
Analysts forecast a Van Epps victory and classify the race as 'Likely Republican'.

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U.S. President Donald Trump attacks Democrat Aftyn Behn in Tennessee's special congressional election.
Behn says Trump's rhetoric is panic-driven.
Behn argues he lacks a plan for rising healthcare costs.
Behn's momentum is driven by economic discontent and Black voter turnout.
Analysts forecast a Van Epps victory and classify the race as 'Likely Republican'.