President Donald Trump To Fundraise For Marsha Blackburn

NASHVILLE, TN -- As expected, U.S. Rep. Marsha Blackburn is counting on support from President Donald Trump to bolster her bid - and her fundraising coffers - to win Tennessee's Senate race.

The Brentwood Republican's campaign is hosting a high-dollar fundraiser in Nashville May 29 and the president will be on hand. The reception announced by the Blackburn Victory Fund costs $2,700 per couple for a "general reception," $10,800 per couple for a photo and private reception and $44,300 for a private roundtable with the president. Beyond that it's in Nashville, the location was not immediately disclosed.

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Blackburn has been a reliable ally of Trump's since his campaign for the GOP nomination began and has continued as a frequent surrogate for him since.

Blackburn will likely face-off against former Gov. Phil Bredesen. Polls show the pair neck and neck in a state where Trump won an overwhelming victory in 2016 and still enjoys an approval rating well above the national average.

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