Marsha Blackburn wins GOP primary for Tennessee governor, NBC News projects

Sen. Marsha Blackburn, a longtime Trump ally, defeated Rep. John Rose for the nomination, NBC News projects, after the president decided not to endorse in the race.

Sen. Marsha Blackburn had faced two primary challengers, including Rep. John Rose.

US Sen. Marsha Blackburn wins GOP nomination for Tennessee governor  USA Today

Senator Marsha Blackburn easily beat two Republican rivals and is now favored to become the state’s first female governor after the November elections.

Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) won her bid to be the GOP’s nominee for Tennessee governor on Thursday, defeating Rep. John Rose (R-TN) in the Republican primary. Blackburn defeated Rose by over 10 points, garnering 43.8% of the vote to Rose’s 32.7%. State Rep. Monty Fritts trailed behind with 23.4% of the vote, according

Marsha Blackburn wins Republican nomination for governor in Tennessee

Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) is projected to advance in the Republican gubernatorial primary, making her likely to succeed Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee (R) as the Volunteer State’s next chief executive, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Blackburn defeated Rep. John Rose (R-Tenn.) in his attempt to succeed term-limite

Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) won Tennessee’s Republican gubernatorial nomination Thursday, defeating two conservative rivals without President Donald Trump’s endorsement. With more than 60% of the vote in, Blackburn led four-term U.S. Rep. John Rose and state Rep. Monty Fritts with 43% of the vote. Decision Desk HQ cal

Marsha Blackburn leads Tennessee's Republican gubernatorial primary despite Trump staying neutral, while key congressional races reshape the state's map.

Blackburn remains the candidate to beat, with most public surveys continuing to show her holding a consistent advantage.