A Critical Appointment for Tennessee's Fourth Judicial District
Governor Bill Lee is expected to appoint the next District Attorney General for Tennessee's Fourth Judicial District, which serves Sevier, Grainger, Cocke, and Jefferson Counties.
Because this vacancy will be filled through a gubernatorial appointment rather than an election, residents of the district will not have the opportunity to vote before the next District Attorney General takes office.
One of the applicants under consideration is Ron Newcomb, the longtime Chief Deputy District Attorney General under Jimmy Dunn.
The No For Newcomb campaign encourages citizens to become informed, review the publicly available record, and share their opinions before the Governor announces his decision.
Why Is Ron Newcomb Seeking the Position in Tennessee?
According to the campaign, Ron Newcomb is seeking to succeed Jimmy Dunn following Dunn's announcement that he would retire before the end of his elected term.
The campaign notes that Dunn announced his retirement one day after a court ordered him to testify in an ongoing public records case involving documents the campaign alleges were used by Dunn and Newcomb during grand jury proceedings.
The campaign believes the circumstances surrounding the appointment make public participation especially important.
The Campaign's Concerns
According to the No For Newcomb campaign, Ron Newcomb has a record that raises serious questions about his qualifications to serve as District Attorney General.
The campaign cites allegations that Newcomb has:
Argued with judges and challenged their rulings.
Deceived crime victims and deprived them of rights provided under Tennessee law.
Prosecuted citizens for crimes the campaign contends never occurred.
Ignored evidence involving alleged misconduct by public officials.
Conspired with other prosecutors while violating Tennessee law and the Tennessee Supreme Court's Rules of Professional Conduct.
The campaign believes these allegations should be carefully considered before any appointment is made.
The Importance of the Office
The District Attorney General serves as the chief prosecutor for the Fourth Judicial District and is responsible for enforcing criminal laws, working with law enforcement agencies, and representing the interests of victims and the public.
The No For Newcomb campaign believes that person should demonstrate:
Integrity
Accountability
Respect for constitutional rights
Professional ethics
Independent judgment
Public trust
According to the campaign, these qualities are essential to maintaining confidence in Tennessee's criminal justice system.
You Won't Vote—But You Can Still Make Your Voice Heard
Although citizens will not vote in this appointment, Governor Bill Lee is accepting public comments before selecting the next District Attorney General.
The campaign encourages residents of Sevier, Grainger, Cocke, and Jefferson Counties to review the publicly available information and share their opinions directly with the Governor before a final decision is announced.
Contact Governor Bill Lee
If you would like to express your opinion regarding the appointment of Tennessee's next District Attorney General, contact Governor Bill Lee today.
Governor Bill Lee
📞 Phone: (615) 741-2001
🌐 Share Your Opinion Online:https://www.tn.gov/governor/contact-us/share-opinion.html
Learn More
Visit NoForNewcomb.com to review campaign updates, publicly available court records, legal filings, timelines, and additional information related to the appointment process.
Stay Informed
Follow No For Newcomb for campaign updates, publicly available court records, legal filings, timelines, and information regarding the appointment of Tennessee's next District Attorney General.
The campaign encourages every citizen to stay informed, review the available public information, and respectfully participate in the appointment process by contacting Governor Bill Lee before the appointment is finalized.
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