Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti’s office has shown clear partisanship in recent actions, including refusing to answer a query from a Democratic lawmaker about felon voting rights in relation to the possibility of Donald Trump being on the ballot. The state election division’s policies, including warning thousands of potential voters about their citizenship status and potential voting eligibility, have raised concerns of voter intimidation and abuse of power. Skrmetti’s office claimed limited authority in responding to election-related inquiries, leaving many questions unanswered. Meanwhile, U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles is facing criticism and competition from Metro Councilmember Courtney Johnston for his re-election bid in the 5th Congressional District. CoreCivic, a company that operates Tennessee prisons, is facing financial challenges after losing a contract to hold undocumented immigrants, which could impact its revenue and stock performance. Additionally, Tennessee’s General Assembly is considering harsher sentencing laws, potentially benefiting companies like CoreCivic. These developments highlight the intersection of politics, law enforcement, and private prisons in Tennessee.
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Tennessee Lookout: Tennessee AG office officially deemed partisan
