Monty Fritts
Coverage of Monty Fritts in the Nexus archive.
- Marsha Blackburn says she won’t debate because she’s had ‘lots of forums’ with Republicans. We asked — they say otherwise.
Sen. Marsha Blackburn avoided questions about debating Republican gubernatorial candidates, claiming she has participated in 'lots of forums' with them. Her opponents, Monty Fritts and John Rose, disputed this, stating no public forums have occurred since she announced her candidacy. Blackburn's campaign cited private events and a January town hall, but opponents highlighted these lacked debate elements and excluded them.
- NewsChannel 5 to host Tennessee GOP Gubernatorial Debate on July 20th
NewsChannel 5 is hosting a Tennessee GOP Gubernatorial Debate on July 20th at Cumberland University. The race for governor includes U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, Congressman John Rose, and State Representative Monty Fritts, with Blackburn holding a 15-point lead in a recent poll. A debate invitation remains pending for Blackburn.
- He despises Jews, admires Hitler—Now, he's starring in videos for a Tenn. candidate for governor
Dane Chisholm, a Tennessee man with antisemitic and racist views who admires Adolf Hitler, is featured in campaign videos for Republican gubernatorial candidate Monty Fritts. Chisholm, a volunteer for Fritts' Christian nationalist campaign, has made controversial statements including calling Jews a malevolent force and comparing Hitler to Jesus, and he wears an America First cap linked to white nationalist Nicholas J. Fuentes.
- Stockard on the Stump: Don’t bet your life savings on a gubernatorial debate
Tennessee's top Republican gubernatorial candidates—Marsha Blackburn, Monty Fritts, and John Rose—have not held a joint debate, with Fritts urging a forum to address issues directly. Blackburn faces criticism for avoiding debates, while Rose's campaign manager calls for open discussions and highlights Rose's willingness to engage.