Senator Marsha Blackburn of Tennessee has officially announced her candidacy for governor in the 2026 election. Blackburn, a conservative ally of former President Donald Trump and Tennessee's first female senator, aims to become the state's first female governor if elected. Her campaign emphasizes conservative values and support for the America First Agenda, with backing from law enforcement officials including Montgomery County Sheriff John Fuson. Blackburn has also expressed support for America's plan to purchase one million bitcoins. Her gubernatorial bid sets up a Republican primary contest against U.S. Representative John Rose. Meanwhile, Tennessee Congressman Chuck Fleischmann has shown interest in being appointed to Blackburn's U.S. Senate seat should she win the governorship, with plans to run for a full Senate term in 2030.