Republicans voted to cut Mr. Jones, who was expelled from the House in April, out of all debate after he was deemed to have breached new stricter rules of decorum.
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In Tennessee, Justin Pearson and Justin Jones Are Fueled by Resistance
The young Black Democrats expelled from the legislature bring an activist approach, and model themselves after civil rights leaders of the past.
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Tennessee House Expulsions: What You Need to Know
Only days after Republicans ousted two Democratic lawmakers over a gun control protest, one has already been returned to his seat and local officials unanimously voted on Wednesday to send the second back, too.
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Justin Pearson Faces Vote on Returning Him to Tennessee House After Expulsion
County officials are expected to vote Wednesday on sending Justin J. Pearson back to the state legislature, less than a week after he and a colleague were expelled.