Tennessee Republicans Punish Dissent for Gun Control With Unfettered Power
- Vice President Harris visited Tennessee to condemn the expulsion of young Black lawmakers and push for gun reform.
- The expulsion of two young Black Democrats for protesting lack of gun laws shows the lengths Republicans will go to quell dissent.
- National outrage over the vote pushed the issue of gun violence and racism to the forefront while galvanizing Democrats.
- Local Tennessee governments have indicated they will restore the expelled lawmakers to their seats, undercutting the bold face of Republican power.
- President Biden invited the expelled lawmakers to the White House and vowed that their passion for fighting gun violence would not be silenced by an assault on democracy.



























































































































