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Candidate’s mother involved in polling site ‘disturbance,’ according to MPD report

By , Daily Memphian Updated: October 29, 2026 5:03 PM CT | Published: October 29, 2026 3:38 PM CT

Kimberly Owens-Pearson, mother of congressional candidate Justin J. Pearson, was accused of causing a “disturbance” at a polling location.

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Justin Pearson Brent Taylor 2026 elections Ninth District polling place
Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan

Jody Callahan graduated with degrees in journalism and economics from what is now known as the University of Memphis. He has covered news in Memphis for more than 25 years.


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