Tag: Tennessee General Assembly

One Democrat Expelled From Tennessee House, Second Member Remains, Third Awaiting Vote

April 6, 2023
Gloria JohnsonJustin JonesPoliticsRegional & State NewsState NewsTennesseeTennessee General AssemblyTennessee ThreeUS
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Following the expulsion of one Democrat from the Tennessee House of Representatives on April 6, a surprising vote left another of three members all expected to be expelled from the chamber remaining in her seat. The vote was as close as it could get, with Rep. Gloria Johnson of Knox County retaining her seat by…

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Democrat Facing Expulsion From Tennessee House Files Assault Charges Against Republican Colleague

April 5, 2023
Cameron SextonDemocratsGloria JohnsonGOPJustin JonesJustin PearsonPoliticsRegional & State NewsState NewsTennesseeTennessee General AssemblyUSUS News
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A Tennessee representative facing an ouster from his seat—alongside two other Democrat Representatives—filed charges against a Republican colleague after a reported incident on the Tennessee House floor on April 3. The incident happened as the Tennessee House floor was thrown into chaos as protestors entered the chamber to call for gun control measures following the…

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