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(The Center Square) – Republican U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn won the Tennessee governor’s race on Tuesday, saying in her victory speech it is time to get to work. With votes still being counted and the […] Continue reading with a Black Chronicle subscription. Purchase The Black Chronicle Newspaper Subscription – Now with the All-New TBC Magazine! or The Black Chronicle Newspaper Subscription – Now with the All-New TBC Magazine!! to unlock this article and all subscriber conte

Tennessee's top Republicans are exploring alternative execution methods after the failed execution of Christa Pike. U.S. Sen. Marsha Blackburn said Monday the state needs to reevaluate its execution procedures. She emphasized the need to find a successful method, whether lethal injection or electric chair. Top legislative leaders have discussed potential changes to state execution laws during their 2027 session. Tennessee's execution procedures gained national attention last week when Pike survi