State Rep. Bo Mitchell of Nashville has become the first Democrat to enter the Congressional District 7 race to replace U.S. Rep. Mark Green. Mitchell made the awaited announcement on Facebook.

“The TNDOE and the governor’s refusal to ask for critical data on private and previously participating schools is deeply troubling – especially when other states with similar voucher schemes have faced significant fraud and abuse.” tennesseelookout.com/2025/07/07/t...

NASHVILLE State Rep. @calebhemmer.bsky.social: “The so-called ‘new normal’ under the Trump administration is anything but normal, and we must not accept it as such.” www.tennessean.com/story/opinio...

Check out my WKRN interview about the lack of transparency with the Voucher Scam. www.wkrn.com/news/tenness... won't track existing private school students who receive vouchers

TN is spending $125M in new taxpayer money for the #voucherscam and creating the least transparent program in the country. Details here: www.chalkbeat.org/tennessee/20...

Crazy….I thought we were supposed to pass laws to protect and increase TN jobs. Guess our Republican Federal delegation has different ideas.

Wishing everyone in District 59 and across Tennessee a meaningful Memorial Day as we remember those who gave everything for our freedom. Enjoy today with your loved ones and honor their sacrifice. 🇺🇸

I wanted to take a moment to reflect on everything we’ve achieved this past session. Serving District 59 continues to be one of the greatest honors of my life, and I am so grateful for the trust you’ve placed in me to represent the values of our families and neighbors. #TN59 #tnleg

It was an honor today to welcome Nashville hot chicken royalty, Ms. Andre Prince Jeffries of Prince's Hot Chicken and the Bishop family of Hattie B's, to the Capitol today as we celebrate hot chicken becoming an official Tennessee state food! 🔥🐔

This week my bill, HB 81 passed both the House and Senate Floor. At a time when Tennessee children and families are looking for support in our classrooms, this bill addresses a critical blind spot by ensuring students' records transfer between schools in 5 days or less.

Because we've carefully collected data since forever, we're able to assemble this chart showing every D vs. R House special election compared to the most recent prior presidential election since Trump first won office. Last night's race in #FL01 saw the biggest Dem overperformance in 35 races.

WATCH: Sen. @jeffyarbro.bsky.social calls the Lamberth & Watson bill blocking undocumented kids from schools “unconscionable”, says creating an “illiterate underclass” comes with costs — points out they can address immigration by targeting employers, not kids.

Severe Weather Possible Friday Night and Saturday Afternoon/Evening. Wednesday blog update here

"So we're just adding Nash. Hot Chicken to help celebrate our unique culinary contribution and our city's entrepreneurial spirit. It's really important because it's preserving our cultural heritage and celebrating a very authentic Tennessee tradition." www.axios.com/local/nashvi...

Nashville is internationally known for 1) Country Music and 2) Hot Chicken. So why haven't we made "Nashville Hot Chicken" an official state food yet? Not sure, but I have a bill to do it. We need to honor our rich cultural and culinary traditions! 🔥🐔 www.wkrn.com/news/tenness...

The deadline to get your REALID is coming soon.... May 7th. Get yours today from any TN Dept. of Safety Driver's License office! I used a kiosk and was in an out in 3 minutes. www.tn.gov/safety/drive...

Guns are still being stolen out of cars at at an alarming rate in Nashville (850 in 2024) and across Tennessee. This is a problem worth solving and @jeffyarbro.bsky.social and I have legislation to promote safe storage of firearms in cars and help fix this issue. www.axios.com/local/nashvi...

Less than flattering NYT op-ed about the Tennessee Legislature’s actions during special session. www.nytimes.com/2025/02/03/o...

I don’t know much about the price of eggs in China, but I do know how high they have gotten in Tennessee (if you can find them!). @TNDemocrats are fighting for working families and have a plan to eliminate the grocery tax to provide relief and more money in your pocket. 🥚🍎 🥦🍗

Best “No” vote I ever cast. Vouchers are the worst public policy idea for education and the data, evidence and stories from voucher states prove that point. This is a case of failed leadership from our Governor and I know we can do better and deserve better for Tennessee.#tnleg #voucherscam

Thank you Congressman Cohen for calling out that the Tennessee Lottery is for college scholarships, not expanding school vouchers. Not only is Gov. Lee trying to steal from your kids K-12 but take away their lottery scholarship money too! www.tennessean.com/story/opinio...

This is one of the many reasons I’m against Gov. Lee’s #voucherscam, even the richest billionaires in the world would get $7,075 per child of your hard earned tax dollars to send their kids to private school. 🏫

👀Tennessee Business Roundtable throws some major shade at Governor Lee’s #voucherscam. 🤔 Why? A strong public education system is the best tool for Economic and Workforce Development. www.tbroundtable.org/post/on-scho...

🧵 — Senator @jeffyarbro.bsky.social on why he opposes vouchers: x.com/yarbro/statu...

WATCH: @joshcowenmsu.bsky.social in Nashville explains to the media how YES, VOUCHERS HURT PUBLIC SCHOOLS With @campbell4tn.bsky.social & @calebhemmer.bsky.social he said vouchers hurt budgets, help kids already in private schools, results are bad Full: www.instagram.com/reel/DFLXm-D...

Come to our town hall on education Wed. Jan. 22nd 530-7p! RSVP- secure.ngpvan.com/pxvOjUMFyECv...

Instead of vouchers, we should focus on … fully funding our existing schools. Tennessee ranks near the bottom in per-pupil funding in America. Using vouchers to divert finite resources from already-underfunded schools just adds insult to injury. fox17.com/news/local/n...

“If stealing money from your local public school wasn't bad enough, Gov. Lee’s plan wants to raid funds intended for higher education and leave the lottery scholarship program in a deficit while putting future college graduates in great financial risk.” www.tennessean.com/story/news/p...

Excited to start my 3rd year as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives. Let’s get to work for the people of Tennessee. There is much to do! #tnleg #tn59

⏰ Time is running out! The legislative deadline is 01/14 at noon – this is your LAST chance to donate and make an impact before session starts. Every contribution counts and helps us keep fighting for what matters. Donate now! #tnleg secure.actblue.com/donate/caleb...

Check out my latest newsletter and read about my 2025 legislative priorities. calebhemmer.com/my-2025-legi...

Vouchers are a scam. If you think so too, vote NO on the Tennessean poll.: Take our survey: Do you support expanding school vouchers across Tennessee? | Opinion www.tennessean.com/story/opinio...

Tennessee school vouchers: Despite test score gains, recipients trail public school peers! #voucherscam www.tennessean.com/story/news/e...

🎯piece in NYT on how Democrats need to message their personal faith and message it in an authentic way vs. shy away from it. www.nytimes.com/2024/12/22/u...

Great update on the 26% reduction in Nashville gun thefts in car crimes YoY. Still much more work to do to as this is 854+ guns in the hands of criminals. Big thanks to MNPD and Mayor Freddie O’Connell for making this a priority.

Check out my interview about the Gov. Lee Administration ethics scandal. fox17.com/news/local/g...

⚡️INBOX: “Disappointing this happened at all... I hope this will stop lobbyist groups from offering these illegal & unethical trips to influence the Lee administration.” Rep. @calebhemmer.bsky.social (D) reacts to @GovBillLee having to pay back illegal perks from anti-LGBTQ lobbyists ADF

Enjoyed telling the truth about the #voucherscam and how we should be focused on helping our East TN neighbors recover from Hurricane Helene on @6News on Tennessee This Week: www.wate.com/video/tennes...

My op-ed on what Gov. Lee and #voucherscam supporters in the Legislature won’t tell you about this horrible education policy. Public dollars should be for public schools! 🏫 url.us.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/uawZCERm7E...