Chuck Fleischmann
Republican candidate for U.S. House in Tennessee
$13.3K
NOV 7, 2026
General Election
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Live Odds — TN-03 House winner?
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97%chance to win
$13.3KNOV 7, 2026Candidate Overview
Key details about the candidate’s background, party, office sought and current campaign.
Current roleU.S. Representative
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
Age63 years old (Oct 11, 1962)
GenderMale
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LocationTennessee
BackgroundAttorney
EducationB.A., University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign (1983)
Notable personal detailsCharles Joseph “Chuck” Fleischmann is an American attorney and Republican politician who has represented Tennessee’s 3rd congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 3, 2011. He previously worked as a lawyer in private practice. Fleischmann earned a B.A. from the University of Illinois Urbana–Champaign and a J.D. from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville.
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Political Positions
Economy & Taxes
Supports lower taxes, reduced regulation, and policies that favor business investment and private-sector growth. Also supports limiting federal spending, balancing the budget, and overhauling the tax code so taxpayers keep more of their money.
Healthcare
Supports repealing Obamacare and replacing it with free-market healthcare solutions. Emphasizes greater market competition, patient choice, and reducing federal involvement in healthcare.
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Immigration & Border
Supports securing the border by increasing Border Patrol agents, using advanced technology, and enforcing existing immigration laws. Opposes open-border policies and has backed measures aimed at reducing illegal immigration and tightening border security.
Abortion & Reproductive Rights
Chuck Fleischmann describes himself as having a 100% pro-life voting record. His publicly documented position aligns with support for abortion restrictions rather than abortion access expansion.
Climate & Energy
Supports an all-of-the-above energy strategy centered on American energy independence. Emphasizes domestic oil and natural gas, nuclear power, and renewable sources while favoring energy production done in a responsible manner.
Public Safety & Guns
Chuck Fleischmann presents himself as a strong supporter of Second Amendment rights and says he believes an armed citizenry is a free citizenry. His official materials also say he supports legislation protecting the Second Amendment rights of East Tennesseans and note his role in enabling the reimportation of certain firearms.
Latest News
Chuck Fleischmann is in the news because Tennessee redistricting proposals could reshape the state’s 3rd Congressional District, which he currently represents. The proposed map could change representation for Anderson and Roane counties and may affect federal support for Oak Ridge nuclear projects. A Republican-backed version of the map could move forward, while Democrats’ version is unlikely to pass.
Campaign Fundraising
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