Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles projected to lose GOP primary in Tennessee
Two-term Rep. Andy Ogles lost the Republican primary for his Tennessee House seat, the Associated Press projects, despite securing an endorsement from President Trump.
Tennessee's Representative Andy Ogles, who had the endorsement of former President Trump, is projected to lose his Republican primary race. The Associated Press reports that Ogles fell behind former Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher by over six points, despite securing 80% of the vote count on Thursday. This marks Ogles' second loss in a week, following his defeat in Michigan in a similar race.
Hatcher, endorsed by Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and former Governor Bill Haslam, is set to take on Ogles in the November general election. Both candidates have tried to align themselves with Trump while running in a deep-red district, but Hatcher has criticized Ogles' rhetoric as "show horse" behavior, arguing that Trump's congressman should focus more on action than talking.
Ogles' campaign received less funding, raising $613,135 compared to Hatcher's $719,503, and a pro-clean energy super PAC backed Hatcher with around $2 million in support. Hatcher will face Democratic nominee Chaz Molder in the upcoming election.
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