Representative Matt Van Epps

Matthew Robert Van Epps is a Republican U.S. Representative for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, sworn in on December 4, 2025, following a special election victory with 54% of the vote. A West Point graduate, combat veteran, and former Army Lieutenant Colonel, he is a self-described fiscal hawk supporting the America First agenda, including tax cut extensions, welfare reforms, and border security funding.

Van Epps is a combat-tested military officer and public-sector executive who previously served as Commissioner of the Tennessee Department of General Services and Deputy Chief Operating Officer in the Governor’s Office, overseeing billions in taxpayer dollars with a focus on efficiency and cost savings. He resigned on June 10, 2025, to run in the special election after Rep. Mark Green's resignation, winning a nationally watched race covering 14 counties from Clarksville through parts of Nashville to the Alabama line. He lives in Nashville with his wife and child, emphasizing national security, economic growth, and disciplined leadership.

Education and Political Experience

• Education: West Point graduate; Master of Public Administration from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill.
• Military Service: Active duty Army officer and combat veteran; continued in Tennessee Army National Guard, rising to Lieutenant Colonel.
• Political and Professional Experience: Small business roles in recruiting, healthcare, and procurement; Tennessee state government leadership under Gov. Bill Lee; elected to U.S. House in 2025 special election for TN-7.

Notable Achievements and Positions: Delivered measurable cost savings in state government; supports the One Big Beautiful Bill Act for tax reforms and border security; committed to President Trump's MAGA agenda.