Johnny Garrett secured the Republican nomination for Tennessee’s 6th Congressional District after prevailing in the August 2026 primary against former U.S. Rep. Van Hilleary, positioning him strongly in a district redrawn earlier in the year that retains a solid Republican partisan lean. The open seat, vacated by Rep. John Rose’s gubernatorial bid, features a map rated Solid or Safe Republican by major forecasters, reflecting consistent GOP performance in recent presidential and statewide contests across its mix of suburban and rural counties. Garrett’s campaign has drawn endorsements from President Trump, House leadership, and state figures, alongside alignment with core party priorities on immigration and fiscal issues. Democratic nominee Mike Croley, a Navy veteran who won a crowded primary, faces structural headwinds in the general election on November 3. Late developments such as turnout shifts or unforeseen controversies remain the primary variables that could narrow the margin in this contest.