Davis held the seat for eight years. In 2010, Davis was challenged by Republican doctor Scott DesJarlais from South Pittsburg, who rode to victory on the Tea Party wave of 2010 despite Davis raising more money. This marked the first time that an incumbent had been defeated in the district since the reformation of the district in 1982.
Davis held his seat for eight years before being challenged by Republican doctor Scott DesJarlais in 2010. DesJarlais won the election, riding a wave of support from the Tea Party movement despite Davis having more campaign funds. This was the first time an incumbent had lost their seat in the district since redistricting in 1982.