Who is running in Tennessee's 6th Congressional District in 2026?

The confirmed candidates for Tennessee 6th Congressional District in 2026 include: John Rose (R).

When is the Tennessee 6th Congressional District election in 2026?

The Tennessee 6th District election is part of the November 2026 Midterm Elections, scheduled for November 3, 2026.

Is the Tennessee 6th Congressional District race competitive in 2026?

Visit Vote26.com for the latest candidate positions and competitiveness ratings for Tennessee's 6th Congressional District.

Who Is Running in Tennessee Congressional District 6th in 2026?

Last updated: March 4, 2026

John Rose

(Incumbent)

R·Republican

Economy

High

John Rose supports pro-business policies aimed at attracting jobs and fostering economic growth in Tennessee. He advocates for reducing regulations to create a business-friendly environment and believes in leveraging education, infrastructure, healthcare, and energy, including small, modular nuclear reactors, to maintain a competitive advantage for the state. He seeks to make Tennessee a magnet for manufacturing, logistics, and energy jobs.

Immigration

Medium

Research pending more substantial sources.

Healthcare

Low

Research pending more substantial sources.

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Democratic Candidate

D · Democratic

No Democratic candidate has been confirmed for this race yet. Check back after the primary.

Issue	John Rose
Economy	John Rose supports pro-business policies aimed at attracting jobs and fostering economic growth in Tennessee. He advocates for reducing regulations to create a business-friendly environment and believes in leveraging education, infrastructure, healthcare, and energy, including small, modular nuclear reactors, to maintain a competitive advantage for the state. He seeks to make Tennessee a magnet for manufacturing, logistics, and energy jobs. High
Immigration	Research pending more substantial sources. Medium
Healthcare	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Climate & Energy	John Rose voted Yea on the Homeowner Energy Freedom Act and the Don't Mess With My Home Appliances Act. He also voted Yea on the Securing America's Critical Minerals Supply Act. These votes suggest a position favoring less regulation in energy and home appliances. Medium
Abortion & Reproductive Rights	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Foreign Policy	Research pending more substantial sources. Low
Education	John Rose supports President Trump's education policies, which include dissolving the U.S. Department of Education and expanding parental choice through tax credits for public charter and private schools. He advocates for appointing an education commissioner with Tennessee teaching experience, emphasizing that leadership from those personally invested in the state's future is critical. Rose believes parents should have the freedom to choose the best educational environment for their children, whether public, homeschool, charter, or private. High
Gun Policy	John Rose has voted in favor of legislation supporting law enforcement officer weapon rights, including HR 2255, HR 2243, HR 3091, and HR 2189. He consistently receives high ratings from gun advocacy organizations, such as 92% from the National Rifle Association and 100% from the National Shooting Sports Foundation. Rose campaigns on a promise to protect Second Amendment rights. Medium

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