Brent Taylor
Coverage of Brent Taylor in the Nexus archive.
- From headlines to campaign ads: how the Memphis Safe Task Force narrative went unchallenged
The author criticized local media for failing to interrogate claims about the Memphis Safe Task Force's success, even though campaign ads claimed a reduction in crime by roughly 40%. The article noted that before the Task Force arrived, violent crime was already declining and questioned whether other variables, not just the task force itself, contributed to safety improvements.
- Justin Pearson and Brent Taylor win primaries for key Tennessee House seat
Justin Pearson and Brent Taylor won primaries for a key Tennessee House seat, where they will face off in November in the redistricted US House seat. This contest is central to Donald Trump’s plan to retain a slim Republican majority. Republicans chose Brent Taylor, while Democrats selected Justin Pearson.
- Justin Pearson, Brent Taylor projected to win Tenn. 9th Congressional District primaries
Justin Pearson and Brent Taylor are projected to win the Tenn. 9th Congressional District primaries. The Tennessee's newly redrawn 9th Congressional District is set for a closely watched November showdown.
- AP Decision Notes: What to expect in Tennessee’s state primary
Tennessee’s state primary features a gubernatorial race with U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn and Rep. John Rose, a new congressional map reshaping Memphis districts, and competitive races for U.S. House and Senate seats. Memphis voters will select House nominees under a Republican-drawn map, and candidates in the new 9th District include state Rep. Justin Pearson and Sen. Brent Taylor.
- In crowded primaries for Tennessee’s 9th Congressional District, what separates the candidates?
Tennessee's newly redrawn 9th Congressional District, shaped by Republican-led redistricting, has triggered competitive primaries. Republican candidates include Trump-endorsed Brent Taylor and others like Todd Warner and Charlotte Bergmann, while Democrats face Justin Pearson and London Lamar. The district, now spanning rural and suburban areas, is seen as a potential Republican stronghold.
- Stockard on the Stump: Congressional candidate says he’ll drop Chinese military stocks
Tennessee Sen. Brent Taylor previously owned stocks in three Chinese-connected companies, two of which are Pentagon-designated Chinese military firms. He claims President Trump endorsed him for being tough on China but has instructed his broker to sell any holdings linked to Chinese businesses. Taylor also holds Starbucks stock, which has faced scrutiny for liberal leanings following a state grant.
- Trump endorses state Sen. Taylor in Memphis’s redistricted congressional race
President Donald Trump endorsed state Sen. Brent Taylor for the Memphis congressional race to replace Congressman Steve Cohen. The redistricted 9th Congressional District, now stretching from Memphis to Franklin, aims to favor GOP candidates. Taylor faces challenges from Rep. Todd Warner and Jeremy Thompson in the Aug. 6 Republican primary.
- ‘What do we have in common’: Traveling the 250 miles through Tennessee’s House District 9
Tennessee's new 9th Congressional District stretches from Nolensville through rural towns to Memphis International Airport, created by a Republican-led legislature to eliminate the last Democratic-held seat. The district splits Memphis across three districts, aiming to dilute Black voter influence and shift political representation.
- Shelby County Clerk Tami Sawyer indicted by U.S. DOJ for using $44k in public funds for personal use
Shelby County General Sessions Court Clerk Tami Sawyer was indicted by the U.S. Department of Justice for using $44,607.35 in public funds for personal expenses, including alcohol and Uber Eats, via county credit cards and PayPal accounts. She faces six counts, pleaded not guilty, and could receive up to 20 years in prison and a $500,000 fine.