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Trump endorses Van Epps in 7th Congressional District race
Franklin Rep. Lee Reeves suspends campaign, backs Van Epps, saying he supports president’s decision
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7th District candidate Matt Van Epps says he will fight every day for freedom | Opinion
Matt Van Epps, Republican 7th District candidate, pens an open letter to voters ahead of the Oct. 7 primaries touting service over politics.
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On eve of election, Trump backs Matt Van Epps in District 7 race
Trump backs Matt Van Epps in District 7 race.
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UPDATE: Congress candidate Matt Van Epps endorsed by Trump: ‘HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN!’ - ClarksvilleNow.com
With only days to go before the Republican Primary for Congress, Trump’s endorsement prompts fellow candidate Lee Reeves to suspend his campaign.
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Donald Trump endorses Matt Van Epps in 7th District special congressional race, Reeves out
Rival state Rep. Lee Reeves also endorsed Van Epps and suspended his campaign. Van Epps is endorsed by Gov. Bill Lee and retired U.S. Rep. Mark Green.
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Trump’s endorsement of Van Epps shakes up Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District race
President Donald Trump is making waves in the 7th District Congressional race by endorsing former State General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps.
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President Trump endorses Matt Van Epps in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District race
Trump endorsed Republican Matt Van Epps for Tennessee’s 7th District, citing his military service and pledges on border, economy, energy, and gun rights.
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Trump endorses Van Epps in Middle Tennessee U.S House race, Reeves drops out • Tennessee Lookout
President Donald Trump endorsed former Tennessee General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps in the Congressional District 7 GOP primary.
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Gov. Lee endorses Matt Van Epps for U.S. Congress - Nashville Banner
Republican Gov. Bill Lee endorses Matt Van Epps in the District 7 U.S. Congressional race, while State Sen. Jeff Yarbro challenges military deployment in Memphis.
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Tennessee governor backs military veteran just days before crowded primary election
Matt Van Epps secures Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee’s endorsement in the competitive 11-candidate Republican primary for the U.S. House seat vacated by former Rep. Mark Green, R-Tenn.
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Governor Bill Lee Endorses Matt Van Epps to Back President Trump in Washington
Nashville, TN – With only one week remaining until the Republican primary on October 7, 2025, Governor Bill Lee today threw his full support behind Matt Van Epps in the race for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, stressing that now more than ever, the people of Tennessee need a fighter in Washington who will stand with President Trump.
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Tennessee GOP candidates launch ads with similar messages - Nashville Banner
Republican candidates in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District launch campaign ads aimed at positioning themselves as most aligned with President Donald Trump.
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Mark Green Stumps for Van Epps as 7th Congressional District Early Voting Nears
Former congressman talks about his new venture at campaign event for his replacement
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Mark Green endorses Matt Van Epps for his seat in Congress: ‘I know he will stand up for Tennessee families’ - ClarksvilleNow.com
Former U.S. Rep. Mark Green hosted four events in District 7 to showcase his endorsement of Matt Van Epps to replace him in Congress.
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Matt Van Epps and Congressman Mark Green Host Meet and Greet at Clarksville Country Club - Clarksville Online - Clarksville News, Sports, Events and Information
Clarksville, TN – On Friday, September 12th, 2025, a large crowd gathered at the Clarksville Country Club for a midday Meet and Greet hosted by 7th
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Tennessee District Attorney Robert Nash Endorses Matt Van Epps, Says Border Security Key to Tennessee Safety - Clarksville Online - Clarksville News, Sports, Events and Information
Clarksville, TN - As the District Attorney General for Montgomery County and Robertson County, I’ve spent my career working to keep our communities safe.
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Montgomery County Commissioner Michael Lankford Endorses Matt Van Epps for Congress - Clarksville Online - Clarksville News, Sports, Events and Information
Montgomery County, TN - Tennessee’s Rural Future Depends on Real Leadership. That’s Why I’m Supporting Matt Van Epps. Farming isn’t just part of
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Matt Van Epps Steps Away From Lee Administration to Run for TN-7 U.S. House Seat - Tennessee Star
Matt Van Epps stepped down as commissioner for the Tennessee Department of General Services to launch a bid for Congress.
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Rep. Mark Green Resigns from Congress, Tightening GOP House Majority - NewsBreak
Rep. Mark Green officially stepped down from Congress on Sunday, narrowing the House Republican majority to 219 seats compared to Democrats’ 212. His resig
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Mark Green resigns from Congress, further shrinking House GOP majority
Tennessee Republican Mark Green completed his final day in Congress on July 20, creating the fourth vacancy in the U.S. House of Representatives.
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Rep. Jay Reedy won’t run for Congress, Mark Green endorses Matt Van Epps - ClarksvilleNow.com
State Rep. Jay Reedy of Houston County, who has been discussed as a main contender to replace Rep. Mark Green in Congress, said Tuesday he won’t be running for the position.
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Mark Green endorses Matt Van Epps in Tennessee race
Representative Mark Green, R.-Tenn., endorses Matt Van Epps for the special election in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District.
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Retiring Mark Green endorses Matt Van Epps to take over his congressional seat
Mark Green announced he would resign following the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, with a reported date of July 20.
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Green endorses Van Epps, Maberry backs Reeves
U.S. Rep. Mark Green is endorsing former General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps to succeed him in the 7th Congressional District.
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Congressman Mark Green Endorses Matt Van Epps for TN-07 Congressional Seat
NASHVILLE, Tenn.,—Today, Matt Van Epps, a decorated combat veteran and candidate for the special election in Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, released the following statement confirming Congressman Mark Green’s endorsement: Congressman Green said, “I see in Matt Van Epps the same spirit of Duty, Honor, and Country that was instilled in me at West Point and sharpened with the Night Stalkers. Matt is a decorated combat veteran, a relentless fighter, a principled conservative, and exactly the kind of leader the 7th District wants as its voice in Washington. Matt Van Epps has my complete and total endorsement. The momentum behind Matt’s campaign is undeniable. Matt Van Epps is the right choice for Congress, and I’m proud to stand with him.”
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TNJ: Van Epps lands $100,000 for 7th District bid, Jan. 6 candidate joins the fray
Matt Van Epps, a former Cabinet member in Gov. Bill Lee’s administration, said he raised $100,000 in the week after declaring for the newly vacant 7th Congressional District seat.
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Matt Van Epps Assembles Battle-Tested Campaign Team to Lead the Charge in TN‑07
NASHVILLE, Tenn., — Matt Van Epps, a decorated combat veteran and dedicated public servant, unveiled the senior leadership team for his campaign to represent Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District. Composed of experienced political professionals, this team is poised to deliver a disciplined, results-driven campaign in the special election to succeed Congressman Mark Green.
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Lee and Julie Beaman Named Co-Chairs for Matt Van Epps’ Congressional Campaign
NASHVILLE, Tenn., — Matt Van Epps, conservative candidate for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District, is thrilled to announce that distinguished Nashville business leaders and committed conservative philanthropists Lee and Julie Beaman will serve as Finance Co-Chairs for his congressional campaign.
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Matt Van Epps Announces Run for 7th Congressional District in Special Election
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Army Special Operations veteran and conservative Matt Van Epps announced he is running for the open 7th Congressional District seat in a special election as Congressman Mark Green announced his resignation from Congress this week.
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Republicans enter race for Mark Green seat in Congress
Two Republicans are launching bids to replace Rep. Mark Green (R-Tenn.), who announced earlier this week he would be leaving Congress for an opportunity in the private sector.
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Names to watch in the race to replace U.S. Rep. Mark Green
Matt Van Epps is already in the race to replace Mark Green, and the field could get crowded.
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Matt Van Epps Launches Bid for Green’s Congressional Seat - Nashville Banner
Matt Van Epps announces his run for Rep. Mark Green’s seat, TCOG report shows exemptions to open meetings rising, and Dave McGinnis returns as Titans analyst.
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Van Epps announces bid for Green seat, steps down from Lee Cabinet
General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps announced he is running for to succeed resigning U.S. Rep. Mark Green.
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Potential replacements for Tennessee U.S. Rep. Green line up • Tennessee Lookout
Tennessee Department of General Services Commissioner Matt Van Epps announced Tuesday he will seek the 7th Congressional District seat.