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Trump Celebrates Van Epps' Tennessee Victory Amid DNC Warning

12/3/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Republican Matt Van Epps on winning Tennessee's 7th U.S. House District.
Van Epps won with 53.9% of the vote, aided by over $1 million from MAGA Inc. and GOP support.
Aftyn Behn campaigned against policies favoring wealthy interests.
DNC Chair Ken Martin described Behn's performance as a warning for the GOP ahead of the midterms.

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U.S. President Donald Trump congratulated Republican Matt Van Epps on winning Tennessee's 7th U.S. House District.
Van Epps won with 53.9% of the vote, aided by over $1 million from MAGA Inc. and GOP support.
Aftyn Behn campaigned against policies favoring wealthy interests.
DNC Chair Ken Martin described Behn's performance as a warning for the GOP ahead of the midterms.