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DesJarlais: Benghazi hearing 'about finding the truth'
Congressional Republicans investigating the deadly attacks on the U.S. consulate in Benghazi, Libya, last September are trying to get to the bottom of what really happened, and Democrats are wrong to suggest that partisan politics is what's driving the probe, U.S. Rep. Comment?
Lawmakers tangle over Benghazi attacks hearing
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A former top official at the U.S. Embassy in Libya gave lawmakers a riveting moment-by-moment review of the attacks in Benghazi that killed four Americans, as he sternly disputed the idea that an anti-Muslim video on the internet had been the cause for the violence. Comment?
'Cover-up' questions about Benghazi remain, DesJarlais says
Whistle-blowers' testimony about the handling of terrorism threats to U.S. personnel in Libya last year indicates high-level Obama administration officials still have much to answer for, Rep. Comment?
Tennessee Senators Vote for Online Sales Tax Bill
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The bill, called the Marketplace Fairness Act, was supported by both Sens. Lamar Alexander and Bob Corker and now heads to the House of Representatives. Comment?
Internet Sales Tax Act Passes in US Senate - Erika Kurre
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... ke your opinion heard in this matter, contact your midstate Congressmen. R - TN 4th Dist. US Representative Scott DesJarlais: R - TN 6th Dist. US Representative Diane Black: (202) 225-4231 D - TN 5th Dist. US Representative Jim Cooper: (202) 225-4311 Comment?
Tennessee lawmakers build up war chests
It's one of the folkways of Capitol Hill: incumbents keeping large amounts of cash in their campaign accounts as a way of scaring off potential challengers. Comment?
Nursing home issues outlined for DesJarlais
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Bradley Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center rehab patient Bette Lewis, left, and physical therapist Jeannie Ledford visit with 4th Congressional District Rep. Comment?
State Rep. Joe Carr to seek DesJarlais' U.S. House seat
Saying he wants to stop federal intrusions on civil liberties and state sovereignty, state Rep. Comment?
TN delegation urges caution on Syria
While acknowledging pressure for stepped-up U.S. activity on behalf of moderate forces in Syria, Middle Tennessee lawmakers want the Obama administration to move with extreme caution -- and in concert with Congress -- every step of the way. Comment?
State Representative Joe Carr has thrown his hat into the ring and will run for U-S Congress in the 4th District. Comment?
Clergy Members And People Of Faith Urge Tennessee Governor To Veto "Ag Gag" Bill
Clergy for Justice Tennessee, a grassroots organization of religious leaders across Tennessee committed to seeking justice in public policy, hand-delivered a letter from its members and supporters to Governor Haslam's office, urging the governor to veto a bill designed to prevent the exposure of animal abuse in horse stables and agriculture ... (more) Comment?
Carr Announces Candidacy For 4th Congressional Race
The decision follows a successful exploratory phase chaired by prominent business leaders, Lee Beaman and Dr. Comment?
Carr joins bid to oust DesJarlais in GOP primary
State Rep. Joe Carr on Thursday joined state Sen. Jim Tracy in the race to oust embattled U.S. Rep. Comment?
Carr enters 4th Congressional District race
MURFREESBORO -- Saying he wants to revive the principles of America's Founding Fathers, state Rep. Comment?
Tennesseans in Congress urge caution regarding Syria
While acknowledging pressure for stepped-up U.S. activity on behalf of moderate forces in Syria, Middle Tennessee lawmakers want the Obama administration to move with extreme caution -- and in concert with Congress -- every step of the way. Comment?
State Rep. Joe Carr enters 4th District race
State Rep. Joe Carr made it official Thursday, announcing his intent to join next year's 4th District Republican primary and unseat two-term Rep. Comment?
Police ID body found near Tennessee River
Police have identified the man whose body was found on the banks of First Creek near downtown Knoxville last month. Comment?
Woman indicted in January stabbing death of homeless man
State Rep. Joe Carr of Murfreesboro is joining the race to oust embattled U.S. Rep. Comment?
Cokesbury United Methodist Church pastor dies
State Rep. Joe Carr of Murfreesboro is joining the race to oust embattled U.S. Rep. Comment?
Joe Carr wants to represent you
The Tennessee House member announced Thursday he is officially entering the 2014 race for the Republican nomination for the 4th Congressional District. Comment?