Gilmore raises $20K at first fundraiser

Nashville Democrat Rep. Brenda Gilmore reportedly raised more than $20,000 during her first fundraiser for state Senate Thursday night.

According to a press release, over 100 people attended the event at Swett's Restaurant. Gilmore is running for the District 19 seat currently held by Sen. Thelma Harper, who has not yet said whether she will run for reelection.