Republicans are worried because the Tennessee special election was way too close for a deep-red district. Trump won it by 22 points in 2024, but the GOP candidate only won by about 9 last night. That huge drop signals weak GOP turnout, stronger-than-expected Democratic enthusiasm, and possible trouble in other “safe” districts. Even a win can be a warning sign heading into the midterms.

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