Gov. Bill Lee Celebrates Van Epps’ Victory

Van Epps Keeps the Seat for the GOP: A Key Republican Victory in Tennessee

With the strong backing of Donald Trump and state leadership, Republican Matt Van Epps secured victory in the special election for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, defeating Democrat Aftyn Behn and preserving for the GOP a historically conservative stronghold.

Van Epps’ victory—winning about 54% of the vote compared to Behn’s 45%—shows that voters continue to support candidates who defend values of security, a strong economy, and free markets, even under intense media and financial pressure.

In his victory speech, Van Epps thanked Trump: “His endorsement made the difference, and I won’t forget it,” and he promised to defend pro-work, pro-family, and pro-freedom policies in Congress.

For Republicans, this triumph reaffirms that their base remains strong and that leadership, order, and common-sense policies continue to hold electoral strength. Despite challenges, the message is clear: Tennessee continues to support a government committed to the well-being of its citizens and the preservation of traditional values.

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