Candidate for Governor
Misam Abidi
Misam Abidi of Nolensville qualified as an independent by petition, filed March 5, 2026. He describes himself as a businessman focused on financial education and emerging technology. His campaign, under the slogan "People Over Institutions," lists seven platform pillars, including cryptocurrency innovation, a Tennessee Dividend Fund and a skills guarantee for students.
- Hometown
- Nolensville
- Campaign website
- misamforgovernor.com
Why they say you should vote for them
The candidate's own case to voters, summarized from their campaign and public statements.
Background
- In June 2026 a federal grand jury in the Western District of Tennessee indicted Abidi on 11 counts, including wire fraud and money laundering, tied to a cryptocurrency investment business; the charges are pending and have not been proven in court., U.S. District Court, Western District of Tennessee · 2026[3],[4],[5]
Where they stand
- Economy & JobsProposes a Tennessee Dividend Fund to build citizen wealth and policies to encourage cryptocurrency and other emerging-technology businesses.[2]
- EducationProposes a Tennessee Skills Guarantee so students graduate with skills such as financial literacy, trades, technology and apprenticeships.[2]
- Health CareLists health care affordability and addiction recovery reform among his platform pillars.[2]
Voting record
Misam Abidi has not held an office with a recorded voting record. See Background and Where they stand.
Sources
- Misam Abidi for Governor | People Over Institutions, Abidi campaign
- Misam Abidi: 2026 Candidate, Tennessee Firefly, Invalid Date
- Middle Tennessee man indicted for crypto Ponzi scheme, U.S. Attorney's Office, Western District of Tennessee, June 12, 2026
- TN man accused of 'cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme' indicted, WREG News Channel 3, June 12, 2026
- Local Candidate For TN Governor Facing Multiple Fraud Charges, NewsTalk 98.9 (WKIM, Memphis), June 12, 2026
- Candidates for Governor, November 3, 2026 General Election, Tennessee Secretary of State, Invalid Date
Last reviewed October 10, 2026. Spot an error or something missing? Report a correction.
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