"Trump's Losing Streak: Republican Rep. Andy Ogles Ousted in Tennessee Primary" In a shocking upset, voters in Tennessee have dealt a significant blow to President Trump's influence in the state, rejecting his endorsed candidate, Republican Rep. Andy Ogles, in a primary election. Ogles, a two-term lawmaker, faced a formidable challenge from Charlie Hatcher, a former state agriculture commissioner backed by outgoing Governor Bill Lee, a fellow Republican. Hatcher's victory marks the latest in a series of setbacks for Trump, whose endorsement record has taken a hit this election cycle. As the country heads into the midterms, this loss raises questions about the staying power of Trump's endorsement power and its impact on Republican primaries nationwide.
Voters in Tennessee dealt President Trump a blow and rejected Republican Rep. Andy Ogles at the polls Thursday. The second-term lawmaker faced a formidable primary challenge from Charlie Hatcher, a former state agriculture commissioner endorsed by outgoing Gov. Bill Lee (R). Hatcher’s victory is the latest blemish on Trump’s largely successful endorsement record this cycle. Thursday’s primaries also marked the first elections with the...
