“I am asking all America First Patriots in Tennessees 7th Congressional District to please GET OUT AND VOTE TOMORROW for a phenomenal Candidate, Matt Van Epps, on Election Day, Tuesday, December 2nd! You can win this Election for MAGA Warrior Matt Van Epps, who has my Complete and Total Endorsement. HE WILL BE A GREAT CONGRESSMAN and, unlike his Opponent, he cherishes Christianity and Country Music — She has openly stated that she hates them both! TN-07: Polls open in all Counties no later than 9:00 A.M., but some open as early as 7:00 A.M. Polls close at 7:00 P.M. IF YOU ARE IN LINE BY 7 P.M., STAY IN LINE, AND THEY MUST LET YOU VOTE! Election Day is TOMORROW, December 2nd. GET OUT AND VOTE, VOTE, VOTE FOR MATT VAN EPPS — HE WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN! Find your voting location and hours at:” @realDonaldTrump

Fact-Check Summary

President Trump’s Truth Social post about the Tennessee 7th Congressional District special election includes several accurate statements regarding the election date, candidate identities, and basic voting procedures. However, his claims about opponent Aftyn Behn “hating Christianity and country music” are misleading. These assertions are based on past statements Behn made—regarding discomfort with religion in legislative settings and frustrations about Nashville’s tourism culture—which she has since clarified and walked back. The post also accurately informs voters about polling times and legal procedures for those in line at closing, though opening hours vary by county and the post’s guidance contains a URL formatting error.

Belief Alignment Analysis

The post effectively promotes voter participation, a democratic value. However, it employs divisive and misleading rhetoric by exaggerating Aftyn Behn’s personal beliefs and omitting key context, undermining a constructive, civically-minded discourse. While urging lawful voting is positive, overstatement and distortion of an opponent’s views detract from public trust and violate norms of civil, inclusive debate essential to a healthy democracy.

Opinion

While campaigning often involves strong characterizations, accuracy and fairness should not be sacrificed for political advantage. Presenting partial truths or omitting recent clarifications is irresponsible and undermines the informed choice voters deserve. Calls to civic action are valuable, but they should be paired with honest, responsible descriptions of all candidates.

TLDR

The post is factually accurate about the election and voting process but mischaracterizes Aftyn Behn’s positions by using old, clarified statements without context. Voting information is correct; personal attacks are misleading and divisive.

Claim: The special election is December 2nd; Matt Van Epps is the MAGA candidate; Aftyn Behn “hates” Christianity and country music; here are key voting procedures.

Fact: Election date, candidate identity, and voting procedures are accurate. Behn’s old negative comments about country music and discomfort with religion in legislation are real but have since been clarified or contextualized by her.

Opinion: Claims about Behn’s views exaggerate and distort her record, failing to represent her current positions honestly.

TruthScore: 6

True: Election date, voting hours and procedures, candidate names, and basic endorsement statements.

Hyperbole: Claims that Behn “hates” Christianity and country music, as well as general negative characterization of her values.

Lies: There are no outright fabrications, but material omissions and misleading framing distort the truth about Behn’s current views.