Overview
- Early voting began Wednesday for Tennessee’s 7th Congressional District ahead of the Dec. 2 special election to replace Rep. Mark Green.
- Recent polling reported by Politico places Democrat Aftyn Behn 8 to 10 points behind Republican Matt Van Epps.
- National parties have intensified efforts, with the DNC recruiting volunteers and phone-banking for Behn and the RNC committing a six-figure spend for Van Epps.
- Van Epps has asked President Donald Trump to hold a rally in the district, according to reports.
- Operatives in both parties are watching turnout closely as the Thanksgiving holiday and voter confusion over dates could affect participation.