Andy Ogles loses Tennessee Republican primary despite Trump endorsement

Andy Ogles Donald Trump Tennessee primary Republican primary election loss

President Donald Trump publicly endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles for re‑election in Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District, posting his “complete and total endorsement” on Truth Social. The endorsement came as Ogles faced a Republican primary challenge from former state Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, who also claimed Trump support, and from Governor Bill Lee, who backed Hatcher.

On Thursday, August 7, 2026, Ogles was defeated in the Tennessee Republican primary, ending his bid for another term. The result was reported by CBS News and other outlets.

Entities: Andy Ogles · Bill Lee · Charlie Hatcher · Donald Trump · Tennessee

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Anti-Muslim Congressman Ogles loses Republican primary despite Trump backing - EUROPE SAYS [www.europesays.com]

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Trump boosts Andy Ogles ahead of Tennessee primary [justthenews.com]

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Trump-backed candidate Rep. Andy Ogles loses in Tennessee primary (Video) [www.socialnews.xyz]

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Congressman who introduced bill to send anti-Israel protesters to Gaza loses primary [www.jns.org]

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