In a stunning upset, Republican Rep. Andy Ogles' bid for re-election in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District appears to be heading for defeat. According to Decision Desk HQ, Ogles is projected to fall short in the primary election, marking a significant blow to President Trump's influence in the state. The challenger, Dr. Charlie Hatcher, a former Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture, has emerged victorious, leaving many to wonder what this means for the party's chances in the district. With Ogles' loss, Trump's endorsement power is being called into question, and the implications for the Republican Party's future in Tennessee are set to be closely watched.
Republican Rep. Andy Ogles (Tenn.) is projected to fall short in a Thursday primary for the 5th Congressional District, delivering a blow to President Trump, according to Decision Desk HQ (DDHQ). Former Tennessee Commissioner of Agriculture Dr. Charlie Hatcher, the lone Republican challenger in the race, is set to defeat Ogles, who was backed by...
