Summary
Aftyn Behn, a Democratic candidate, is facing challenges in a special election in Tennessee to win a currently Republican-held seat, with her odds decreasing from 28% to 12% according to Polymarket. Comments she made criticizing Nashville and past actions have resurfaced, potentially impacting her campaign. The election is important as it could affect the balance of power in the House of Representatives.
Key Facts
- Aftyn Behn is running against Republican Matt Van Epps to fill a vacant Tennessee House seat.
- Behn's odds of winning decreased from 28% to 12% from November 5 to November 25.
- Comments made by Behn in 2020 about disliking Nashville have resurfaced.
- A video showed Behn calling for Republican figures to resign, posted originally in 2019.
- Deleted tweets from Behn criticized police practices.
- A poll showed Van Epps with an 8-point lead over Behn.
- The district has historically supported Republicans; President Trump won there by over 20 points in 2024.
- The special election is scheduled for December 2, with early voting from November 12 to 26.
