Tennessee Republicans Move to Expel Democratic Colleagues Following Gun Control Protest
In April 2023, as the nation was distracted by Donald Trump's indictment, three Tennessee lawmakers were targeted for "expulsion" over a gun control protest.
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In April 2023, as the nation was distracted by Donald Trump's indictment, three Tennessee lawmakers were targeted for "expulsion" over a gun control protest.
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