Trump-endorsed Ogles loses Tennessee House GOP primary
Summary
Republican Representative Andy Ogles, who was supported by President Donald Trump, is expected to lose the primary election for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District. Dr. Charlie Hatcher, a former Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture and the only Republican challenger, is projected to win.Key Facts
- Andy Ogles is the current Republican House member for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Andy Ogles in the primary race.
- Dr. Charlie Hatcher challenged Ogles in the Republican primary.
- Hatcher previously served as Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture.
- Election results from Decision Desk HQ show Hatcher likely winning the primary.
- The loss of Ogles is seen as a setback for President Trump’s influence in the district.
- This primary determines the Republican candidate for the upcoming general election.
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