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Tennessee
MediaBias News has published 6 stories involving Tennessee, from September 2026 to November 2026. Each one is scored for how well the original reporting stood up, and lists the reports it was written from.
Politics · United StatesBrent Taylor wins Tennessee's 9th Congressional District
Republican Brent Taylor has won the election for Tennessee's 9th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Justin Pearson. The race took place on Thursday, November 5, 2026, with Taylor, a state senator, securing the victory.
United States2 min readTrust 30 · Craft 50 · Hype 45
Politics · United StatesPresident Trump says he will not replace Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth
Donald Trump told reporters he is not considering removing Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, praising his performance, and said the Pentagon chief would be very popular if appointed to the Tennessee Senate seat left by Marsha Blackburn. Hegseth moved to Tennessee with his family in 2022.
United States2 min readTrust 62 · Craft 87 · Hype 30- Politics
States Advance Voting Rights for Felony Convicts
At least eight states have advanced or enacted legislation concerning voting rights for people with felony convictions. Changes address when rights are restored and how people can register, impacting upcoming elections.
3 min readTrust 70 · Craft 70 · Hype 20 
Politics · United StatesChrista Pike remains unconscious after failed execution attempt
Christa Pike, 50, remains unconscious and on a ventilator in a Tennessee hospital following a failed execution attempt. Her lawyer stated she has not regained consciousness and her prognosis is uncertain.
United States3 min readTrust 42 · Craft 65 · Hype 20
Politics · United StatesSupreme Court allows Christa Pike execution in Tennessee
The U.S. Supreme Court has allowed the execution of Christa Gail Pike to proceed in Tennessee, reversing a stay granted by an appeals court. Pike, 50, was scheduled for lethal injection for the 1995 murder of Colleen Slemmer.
United States4 min readTrust 60 · Craft 65 · Hype 45
PoliticsTrump attends college football game amid coach communication concerns
President Donald Trump attended the Texas-Tennessee college football game in Knoxville, Tennessee. Officials opened the stadium early and offered half-price concessions to fans. Air Force One performed a flyover upon his arrival. The visit did not appear to affect coach-player communications.
3 min readTrust 50 · Craft 65 · Hype 20