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Nicholas Horton
Office history
Current office and 2026 campaign
Nicholas Horton is a member of the Benton County Commission for the First District (the Holladay area) and is a candidate for re-election in the August 6, 2026 county general election, appearing on the ballot as the Republican Party nominee in the vote-for-three District 1 contest 12.
Background and education
Horton was described in January 2026 as a newcomer to the political scene, running for commissioner in District 1, the Holladay area 3.
Office history
Horton was appointed to the First District commission seat on February 17, 2026. According to reporting on the meeting, commissioners deadlocked in an initial tie among three nominees; after a recess and the withdrawal of nominee Phil Davis, Horton was appointed and sworn in 4. He is listed among the county's current First District commissioners 2 and serves on the county Law Enforcement Committee 5.
Sources
Public filings
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Tennessee — campaign finance (search)
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State offices (Governor, TN Senate, TN House, State Executive Committee, statewide judiciary) —
Tennessee Registry of Election Finance.
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Tennessee — statement of interest
- Required for state and local officials and candidates — Tennessee Ethics Commission Conflict of Interest Search. Enter last name “Horton”and, if needed, select the applicable position.