Tennessee state Sen. Mark Green will run for Congress, reversing a previous decision not to seek higher office this year in light of U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn's own run for the U.S. Senate.
"As
a proven conservative fighter, I am ready to earn the trust of the
voters and take my values and leadership to the United States Congress,"
Green said in a statement.
Green said he was
surprised by the lack of results in a GOP-led Congress, especially given
the party's promises of repealing the Affordable Care Act, lower taxes
and addressing immigration.
"When Republicans hold
majorities in Congress, it's time to lead, not have more committee
hearings and protect special interests. The time for appeasement is
over."
Green's entry came moments after Blackburn
announced her Senate run Thursday. Both decisions came after Gov. Bill
Haslam released a statement saying he will not run for Senate in 2018. (read more)
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