Expulsions in the Tennessee General Assembly are extremely rare and considered an extraordinary action.
Republican Rep. Gino Bulso said the three Democratic representatives “effectively conducted a mutiny.”
Even if they are expelled, the three lawmakers may not be gone for long. County commissions in their districts get to pick replacements to serve until a special election can be scheduled. Outrage over the possible expulsion underscored not only the ability of the Republican supermajority to silence opponents, but also its increasing willingness to do so.with how to respond to the devastating shooting while others have raised concerns about undermining Democracy by overturning the will of the voters.
As the House began its proceedings, Democratic Rep. Vincent Dixie stood before his colleagues and urged them to “not get distracted.” He mentioned the funeral for Mike Hill, one of the Nashville school shooting victims, which took place earlier in the week.
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