Franklin man running for U.S. Congress

A Simpson County professional counselor has filed to run for the U.S. House seat currently held by Congressman James Comer.

Democrat Jimmy Ausbrooks of Franklin is a licensed professional counselor associate and he counsels individuals, couples and families, according to a website for Crimson Dove Counseling Services where he is employed.

He unsuccessfully sought the Democratic nomination for U.S. Senate in 2020 and said his priorities then were mental health, equality for all and the return of honor in the U.S. government.