Mississippi native Marsha Blackburn has clinched the Republican ticket for Tennessee’s governor. Blackburn, a sitting U.S. senator, ousted primary challengers U.S. Rep. John Rose and Tennessee State Rep. Monty Fritts on Thursday. Blackburn’s political journey began with her serving as a state senator in Tennessee from 1999-2003. pic.twitter.com/Vdy4dDD68A — Marsha Blackburn (@VoteMarsha) August 7, 2026If she were to win the governor’s election, Blackburn’s senate seat would be vacated and outgoing Tennessee Republican Gov. “Congratulations to our Great Senator from Tennessee, Marsha Blackburn, who had a tremendous WIN for Governor last night, against a very strong and talented opponent, John Rose.