Elections
The latest Elections coverage from the Chattanooga Times Free Press, part of our Politics section.
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What to know and where to vote early in Hamilton County
Early voting for the local Aug. 1 election starts Friday in Hamilton County.

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Preschool teacher Crystal Boehm aims to bring passion for education to District 2 Hamilton County school board seat
Preschool teacher Crystal Boehm wants to bring her passion for helping others to the Hamilton County school board.

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Ben Daugherty hopes to use his business experience as District 2 Hamilton County school board member
Business executive Ben Daugherty hopes to help provide the best education possible for all students as a Hamilton County school board member.

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Republicans move at Trump’s behest to change how they will oppose abortion
The Republican National Committee moved Monday to adopt a party platform that reflects former President Donald Trump’s position opposing a federal abortion ban and ceding limits to states, omitting the explicit basis for a national ban for the first time in 40 years.

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Biden gets support from key lawmakers as he tells Democrats he won’t step aside after debate
President Joe Biden stood firm Monday against calls for him to drop his reelection candidacy and called for an end to the intraparty drama that has torn apart Democrats since his dismal debate performance last month, as key lawmakers expressed support for him to remain in the 2024 presidential race.

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The White House faces many questions about Biden’s health and medical history. Here are some answers
President Joe Biden's terrible performance at the June 27 presidential debate has raised concerns about his age, health and ability to lead the federal government.

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The plane is ready, the fundraisers are booked: Trump’s VP search comes down to its final days
The future Republican vice presidential candidate's plane is currently parked in an undisclosed hangar, an empty spot on its fuselage where a decal featuring his or her name will soon be placed.

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Trump denies knowing about Project 2025, his allies’ sweeping plan to transform the US government
Donald Trump distanced himself Friday from Project 2025, a massive proposed overhaul of the federal government drafted by longtime allies and former officials in his administration, days after the head of the think tank responsible for the program suggested there would be a second American Revolution.

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Steve Slater aims to bring his love for schools to the District 1 board of education seat
Retired insurance agent Steve Slater described himself as a "public school advocate" who wants to ensure all students receive a quality education as a Hamilton County school board member.

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Tammy Barnes focusing on teacher retention in race for District 1 board of education seat
Health care worker Tammy Barnes wants to support teachers and ensure they know they're trusted as a Hamilton County school board member.
