Chris Hughes

Chris Hughes is a candidate for Tennessee House of Representatives District 45 Primary Election in 2026 in Tennessee State House District 45, Tennessee.

Army veteran in Hendersonville, TN

Also running: John Gentry, Brian Stewart, Mandy Cook.

Chris Hughes is a Tennessee conservative, Army veteran, and business-minded leader running for State Representative for District 45. He advocates for strengthening infrastructure, supporting teachers, reducing barriers to work, and fostering small business growth. Hughes is focused on clean water, wildlife management, and conservation, while fighting bureaucracy and protecting family farms. He aims to bring common-sense leadership to Nashville, serving the people of his district and promoting Tennessee's values of faith, family, and hard work. He was a delegate to the 2016 Republican National Convention.