The Mega Bullhorn of Truth • a Brian Hornback Production | October 14, 2026
Last night, Tuesday, October 13, Congressman Tim Burchett’s Freedom Ride rolled into Jackson Terminal in Downtown Knoxville, bringing together Republican elected officials, candidates, party leaders and grassroots supporters on the eve of Tennessee’s Early Voting period.
The doors opened at 5:30 p.m., providing an opportunity for attendees to meet and greet Republican State Senator Dr. Richard Briggs and several Knox County-area Republican State House members, including Deputy Speaker Jason Zachary, Rep. Michele Carringer, Rep. Elaine Davis, Rep. Dave Wright and Rep. Justin Lafferty.
At 6 p.m., the larger room opened for the evening’s main event, featuring U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn, the Republican nominee for Tennessee Governor; Congressman Tim Burchett; and former Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs.
Prayer, Introductions and Republican Leadership
Knox County Young Republican President Austin Roberson kicked things off by introducing Tennessee Lt. Governor Randy McNally and Deputy Speaker Jason Zachary.
Zachary led the gathering in prayer, setting the tone for an evening focused on Republican unity and getting voters to the polls.
(WATCH VIDEO: Opening Remarks, Introductions and Prayer — HERE)
Rep. Elaine Davis Addresses the Crowd
State Representative Elaine Davis, who is facing a competitive re-election campaign in Tennessee House District 18, was introduced and given an opportunity to address the crowd.
With Early Voting just hours away, Davis had an opportunity to speak directly to Republican supporters as she continues her campaign to represent District 18.
(WATCH VIDEO: State Rep. Elaine Davis — HERE)
Glenn Jacobs, Marsha Blackburn and Tim Burchett
Former Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs took the stage and talked about historical Republican voter turnout before introducing U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn.
Blackburn, Tennessee’s Republican nominee for Governor, delivered brief remarks to the enthusiastic crowd before introducing Congressman Tim Burchett.
Burchett, the evening’s namesake, also offered remarks as Republicans prepared for the beginning of Early Voting.
(WATCH VIDEO: Glenn Jacobs, Senator Marsha Blackburn and Congressman Tim Burchett — HERE)
Young Republicans Lead the Questions
The evening concluded with Knox County Young Republican leader Dalton Henderson facilitating approximately 20 minutes of questions for Senator Blackburn and Congressman Burchett.
As the evening wrapped up, attendees made their way out of Jackson Terminal, picking up Republican campaign yard signs and leaving energized for the start of Early Voting this morning.
It was an opportunity for those in attendance to hear directly from two of Tennessee’s most recognizable Republican leaders.
(WATCH VIDEO: Questions and Answers with Blackburn and Burchett — HERE)
From Jackson Terminal to the Voting Booth!
The signs are important. The enthusiasm is important. The speeches are important.
But the VOTES are what count!
Early Voting begins TODAY, Wednesday, October 14, and continues through Thursday, October 29.
Election Day is Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
The candidates have been campaigning. Volunteers have been working. Signs are going up across Knox County and throughout Tennessee.
Now it is time for Republican voters to do their part.
GET OUT AND VOTE!
From the Governor’s race to Congress and the Tennessee General Assembly, every Republican vote matters.
The Mega Bullhorn of Truth was there to capture the evening, and the video links above allow you to see and hear the speakers for yourself.
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EARLY VOTING: OCTOBER 14–29
ELECTION DAY: NOVEMBER 3, 2026
GO VOTE!
