Johnny
Garrett
Republican attorney and Tennessee state rep Johnny Garrett won the TN-6 GOP primary and heads to the November 2026 general election.
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Background
Johnny Garrett is a Republican attorney and Tennessee state representative for House District 45, currently running for the open seat in Tennessee's 6th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 general election. He won the Republican primary on August 6, 2026, defeating Jon Henry and Van Hilleary. 68
Garrett was first elected to the Tennessee House of Representatives in 2018 and has served in the 111th through 114th General Assemblies, representing District 45. He has held the position of House Majority Whip since 2019. 310
A self-described seventh-generation Goodlettsvillian, Garrett earned a B.S. in General Business from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville and a J.D. from Nashville School of Law in 2006. Before and during his political career, he has practiced law in Sumner County, focusing on small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and estate planning. 10
His 2026 congressional campaign has received notable endorsements, including from House Majority Leader Steve Scalise and CPAC. 714
At a glance
- Party
- Republican
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 6, Tennessee
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- Tennessee State Representative, District 45
- Website
- johnnygarrett.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 10newsGarrett speaks at Trump's Clarksville rally, warns Democrats would reverse tax breaks on tips and overtime
Garrett appeared at a Trump rally in Clarksville, Tennessee, arguing that Democrats would seek to reverse Trump administration policies including tax breaks on tips and overtime. He said: 'That's what's at stake November the third.' These are Garrett's characterizations of Democratic intentions, not independently established policy proposals.
Trump speaks at Clarksville rally after Kid Rock introduction: updates · Oct 10, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 5endorsementTrump endorses Garrett on Truth Social with 'Complete and Total Endorsement'
President Donald Trump endorsed Johnny Garrett in a Truth Social post, citing shared priorities including tax and regulatory cuts, energy production, border security, veterans, and the Second Amendment.
Donald J. Trump: "It is my Great Honor to endorse Highly ... · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 29newsNashville Banner profiles Garrett as 'pro-Trump Christian conservative' backing America First agenda
The Nashville Banner reported that Garrett describes himself as a 'pro-Trump Christian conservative,' supports Trump's America First agenda, has promoted using the military and Guantanamo Bay to deport undocumented immigrants convicted of crimes, and emphasizes opposition to transgender athletes in youth sports. He also touted endorsements from House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, Rep. Tim Burchett, and had campaigned with Sen. Marsha Blackburn.
Johnny Garrett, Mike Croley square off in 6th District · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 29debateCroley invites Garrett to debate; Nashville Banner reports Garrett has not responded
Democrat Mike Croley told the Nashville Banner he had called Garrett's office and issued a debate invitation via social media. The Banner reported Garrett had not responded to the debate invitation, its interview request, or a questionnaire sent during the primary.
Johnny Garrett, Mike Croley square off in 6th District · Sep 29, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 23newsCroley campaign criticizes Garrett's fundraising advantage, citing ~$2.3M in receipts vs. $35K for Croley
In a campaign post, Democrat Mike Croley compared primary-period fundraising, saying Garrett's campaign raised about $2.3 million versus $35,000 for Croley, and listed large Garrett payments for media and consulting. These figures came from Croley's campaign, which directed readers to FEC records.
When Money Gets a Vote - Croley For Congress · Sep 23, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Aug 6newsGarrett wins Republican primary with 43.63% of the vote, defeating former Rep. Van Hilleary
Johnny Garrett won the Republican nomination for Tennessee's 6th Congressional District, receiving 37,371 votes (43.63%) and defeating former U.S. representative Van Hilleary among others.
Johnny Garrett — 2026 U.S. Representative, District 6 Campaign ... · Oct 9, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- Tennessee Right to Life organizationListed as an endorser in the 2026 congressional primary voter-guide profile; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
- Tom Emmer (House Majority Whip) officialThe Tennessean reported Garrett touted an endorsement from Emmer before the August primary. Note: Emmer's post-primary congratulation is distinct from this reported endorsement. tennessean.com
- TEAM-PAC organizationListed as endorsing Garrett in a voter-guide profile for the 2026 congressional primary; no endorsement date provided. ivoterguide.com
- National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) Tennessee organizationListed as an endorser in the 2026 congressional primary voter-guide profile; no date established for a congressional-race endorsement specifically. ivoterguide.com
- Riley Gaines otherThe Tennessean reported Garrett touted an endorsement from Riley Gaines before the August primary; no date given. tennessean.com
- Tim Burchett (U.S. Representative) officialReported as endorsing Garrett's bid for the Republican nomination; no specific date given in sources. nashvillebanner.com
- Donald Trump (Former President) officialEndorsed Garrett in a Truth Social post dated October 5, 2026, saying 'Johnny Garrett has my Complete and Total Endorsement.' This was for the general election. forth.news · Oct 5, 2026
- NRA Political Victory Fund organizationGarrett announced the endorsement in a social-media post dated September 9, 2026. nashvillestandard.com · Sep 9, 2026
- Tennessee Police Benevolent Association organizationGarrett announced the endorsement in a social-media post dated September 9, 2026. nashvillestandard.com · Sep 9, 2026
- Steve Scalise (U.S. House Majority Leader) officialAnnounced endorsement on June 1, 2026; quoted as saying 'I am proud to endorse Johnny Garrett in Tennessee's 6th Congressional District.' tennesseetoday.com · Jun 1, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $2.38M
- Spent
- $2.09M
- Cash on hand
- $288K
As of Jul 17, 2026. Filings are periodic, so recent money may not be included yet. ↳ FEC record H6TN06213(opens in a new tab)
Sources 13
- [1] Trump speaks at Clarksville rally after Kid Rock introduction: updates(opens in a new tab) Oct 10, 2026
- [2] Johnny Garrett — 2026 U.S. Representative, District 6 Campaign ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 9, 2026
- [3] Donald J. Trump: "It is my Great Honor to endorse Highly ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [4] It is my Great Honor to endorse Highly Respected State Representative Johnny Garrett, who is... | Trump on Truth Social | Forth(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [5] Issues - Johnny Garrett for Congress(opens in a new tab) Oct 5, 2026
- [6] Johnny Garrett, Mike Croley square off in 6th District(opens in a new tab) Sep 29, 2026
- [7] When Money Gets a Vote - Croley For Congress(opens in a new tab) Sep 23, 2026
- [8] Johnny Garrett wins GOP race for US House District 6(opens in a new tab) Aug 7, 2026
- [9] Johnny Garrett wins TN-6 GOP primary, will face Mike Croley(opens in a new tab) Aug 6, 2026
- [10] Tennessee State Rep. Johnny Garrett (R-Nashville-Davidson) | Nashville Standard(opens in a new tab) Aug 3, 2026
- [11] Voter Guide Profile for TN State Rep., Dist. 45 candidate - Johnny ...(opens in a new tab) Jul 30, 2026
- [12] Hilleary and Garrett lead Tennessee District 6 race - Nashville Banner(opens in a new tab) Jul 14, 2026
- [13] House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Endorses Johnny Garrett ...(opens in a new tab) Jun 2, 2026