Expelled Tennessee lawmakers seek return to seats amidst controversy.

Two Tennessee Democrats who were expelled from the state House of Representatives over their participation in a gun control protest hope to be reappointed by their districts to serve in their seats until they can run again in special elections. Their expulsion has drawn national outcry from Democrats, with Vice President Kamala Harris paying a visit to Nashville in support of the lawmakers. Under Tennessee Law, the Metropolitan Council of Davidson County in Nashville and the Shelby County Board of Commissioners in Memphis can appoint interim representatives for their districts' now-vacant seats until a special election is held.