Julian Herbert Pierre-Griffin, a Democrat, is running for Tennessee House of Representatives District 65 in the Nov. 3, 2026, general election. He faces Republican Lee Reeves.

Pierre-Griffin, a former Air Force officer and small business owner, said on his campaign website he is running "to continue that lifetime of service." He said he has called Williamson County home for more than 20 years, where he has raised his blended family and built businesses. His campaign highlights education, infrastructure, affordable housing and gun ownership as key issues.

Candidate information

  • Party: Democratic
  • Office sought: Tennessee House of Representatives, District 65
  • Election date: Nov. 3, 2026
  • Opponent: Lee Reeves (Republican)
  • Education: High school diploma, Whitney M. Young Magnet High School; associate degree, Southern Illinois University; bachelor's degree, United States Air Force Academy (according to Ballotpedia)

Experience and public service

Pierre-Griffin served in the U.S. Air Force from 1986 to 2006, according to Ballotpedia. On his campaign website, he described his background as spanning the military, small business ownership and leadership in the corporate and technology sectors. Ballotpedia also lists him as an entrepreneur in the private sector.

On the issues

The following positions are drawn from Pierre-Griffin's campaign website. They reflect the candidate's own statements.

Education: Pierre-Griffin said District 65 is home to some of the strongest public schools in Tennessee. He said staying informed about the state's new voucher program, Education Freedom Scholarships, helps the community "make thoughtful decisions about the future of education in our community."

Infrastructure: Pierre-Griffin said strong infrastructure strengthens families. He said investing in better roads gives people the chance to spend more time at home rather than stuck in traffic.

Affordable housing: Pierre-Griffin said a community is strongest when the people who serve it can also call it home. He said affordable housing helps teachers, first responders and veterans live in the neighborhoods they support.

Gun ownership: Pierre-Griffin said he fully supports the Second Amendment right to own firearms. He also said every gun owner should have mandatory training, education and a clear understanding of the legal and personal consequences of using a firearm.

Endorsements

Pierre-Griffin has been endorsed by ChangeTN, according to a Facebook post by the organization. The group described him as a veteran and small business owner.

  • ChangeTN

Candidate responses were gathered from Pierre-Griffin's campaign website and Ballotpedia profile. The Franklin Beacon provides this profile as part of its 2026 election coverage to help voters learn about candidates on their ballot.