Johnny Garrett, a member of the U.S. Congress representing Tennessee, posted a series of statements on his official Twitter account on May 1 and May 2, 2026. The posts addressed topics ranging from support for military personnel to political developments involving former President Donald Trump.
On May 1, Garrett marked the start of Military Appreciation Month with a statement highlighting the sacrifices made by service members and their families. He wrote, “As we begin Military Appreciation Month, we’re reminded of the cost of freedom and the sacrifice of our service members and their families. I proudly support our heroes in uniform and, in Congress, will stop at nothing to ensure they have the support they need.”
Later that day, Garrett announced an upcoming legislative event focused on supporting Republican interests in Washington D.C., specifically referencing Donald Trump and expressing opposition to Representative Steve Cohen. His post read: “SPECIAL SESSION CONFIRMED I’m excited to get to work on Tuesday to support @realDonaldTrump by sending more Tennessee to DC and getting rid of the radical democrat @RepCohen.” This tweet signals ongoing partisan activity within Tennessee’s congressional delegation.
On May 2, Garrett shared his experience attending a local Republican event alongside fellow Congressman Tim Burchett. He stated: “Awesome time last night with @timburchett at the Warren County Reagan Day Dinner!”
Military Appreciation Month is observed annually each May in the United States as a period dedicated to honoring current and former members of the armed forces along with their families.
The special session referenced by Garrett reflects continued efforts among Tennessee Republicans to increase their influence in federal politics while opposing Democratic incumbents such as Rep. Steve Cohen.
