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Tennessee Lawmakers Split on Expanding Deadly Force
Filed: Apr 09, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET
Summary: A bill aims to expand self-defense laws to allow deadly force for property protection, sparking debate among lawmakers.
WHO: Tennessee lawmakers
WHAT: Proposed bill to expand self-defense laws
WHEN: Apr 09, 2026 at 10:24 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: To permit lethal force for property protection at lawful residences
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