Torrey Harris
American politician
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Torrey C. Harris (born March 12, 1991) is an American politician serving as a member of the Tennessee House of Representatives from the 91st district.[1] Elected in 2020, he assumed office on January 12, 2021.
91st district (2023–present)
Torrey Harris | |
|---|---|
| Member of the Tennessee House of Representatives | |
| Assumed office January 12, 2021 | |
| Preceded by | John DeBerry |
| Constituency | 90th district (2021–2023) 91st district (2023–present) |
| Personal details | |
| Born | March 12, 1991 |
| Party | Democratic |
| Occupation | Consultant |
Alongside Eddie Mannis, Harris was one of the first two openly-LGBT state representatives elected in Tennessee.[2]
Career
2020 Tennessee State House elections
Torrey challenged incumbent John DeBerry who had re-registered as independent in 2020. Torrey had defeated DeBerry with 77.3% of the vote.[3]
2022 Tennessee State House elections
After being redistricted to District 91, comprising much of Midtown and other east Memphis neighborhoods, he won in an uncontested general election after defeating a Democratic challenger in the primary.
Legal issues
On July 17, 2022, Harris was arrested for felony theft and misdemeanor assault, after police were called by Harris' ex-boyfriend.[4]
