Marsha Blackburn Announced Bid for Tennessee Governor

U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, a well-known ally of former President Donald Trump, announced her candidacy for governor of Tennessee in 2026. She becomes the third sitting senator this year to declare a gubernatorial bid.

Competing for the Republican nomination, Blackburn will face U.S. Representative John Rose, a former agriculture commissioner of the state. The election is set to determine the successor of Governor Bill Lee, who is stepping down due to term limits.

Blackburn, who made history as Tennessee's first woman U.S. senator, has campaigned on a platform firmly aligned with conservative ideals, pledging to revamp economic policies and focus on education and immigration reform.

(With inputs from agencies.)