Trump-endorsed Andy Ogles loses Tennessee primary to Charlie Hatcher
GOP Rep. Andy Ogles, known for inflammatory rhetoric on Muslims and LGBTQ+ people, was defeated in his Republican primary on August 6.
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Rep. Andy Ogles (R-TN) lost his Republican primary election in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District to former agriculture commissioner Charlie Hatcher on August 6, 2026, despite Trump's endorsement. Ogles, a two-term incumbent, had faced criticism for past statements calling gay people having "no place in America" and Muslims not belonging in American society. His loss marked a significant upset and was the second Trump-endorsed candidate to lose a primary that week.
- Trump-endorsed incumbent Rep. Andy Ogles lost his Tennessee primary to former agriculture commissioner Charlie Hatcher on August 6, 2026.
- Ogles' loss was the second Trump endorsement defeat that week, though Trump claimed an 8-1 overall success rate.
- Ogles faced criticism for past statements characterizing gay people and Muslims as not belonging in America.
How it unfolded
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Reaction Delayed celebratory reactions
Social media users continue to express satisfaction with Ogles' primary loss days after the election.
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Reaction Trump claims overall success despite loss
President Trump touts his endorsement record as 8-1 for the week, characterizing Ogles as someone he remained loyal to despite poor chances.
“Last night was another good night for Endorsements, 8-1, and the 1 was a person who I remained loyal to even though he had virtually no chance of winning”
President Trump · Press ↗ -
Reaction Immediate social reaction highlights Ogles' rhetoric
Social media users highlight Ogles' inflammatory statements about LGBTQ+ and Muslim communities in response to his defeat.
“GOP Congressman Andy Ogles, who has said gay people have "no place in America" and "Muslims don't belong in American society," just lost his primary in Tennessee.”
briantylercohen · Bluesky ↗ -
Report AP calls race for Hatcher
The Associated Press calls the Republican nomination for former Tennessee agriculture commissioner Charlie Hatcher, ending Ogles' congressional tenure.
“two-term U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles is out.”
Tennessee Lookout/AP News · Bluesky ↗ -
Analysis Second Trump endorsement loss in week
Politico reports Ogles' loss makes him the second Trump-endorsed candidate to lose a primary that week.
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Event Ogles loses Tennessee primary
Rep. Andy Ogles loses his Republican primary in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District to Charlie Hatcher despite Trump's endorsement.
What people are saying verbatim
“GOP Congressman Andy Ogles, who has said gay people have "no place in America" and "Muslims don't belong in American society," just lost his primary in Tennessee.”
briantylercohen, Bluesky user · Bluesky ↗ · Aug 6
“Andy Ogles lost tonight's Republican primary in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District. Despite being an incumbent and having Trump's full-throated endorsement, Ogles was defeated by Charlie Hatcher.”
joncooper-us, Bluesky user · Bluesky ↗ · Aug 6
“His loss makes him the second Donald Trump-endorsed candidate to lose a primary this week.”
Politico, News outlet · Politico · Aug 6
“Last night was another good night for Endorsements, 8-1, and the 1 was a person who I remained loyal to even though he had virtually no chance of winning”
Donald Trump, Former President · The Hill ↗ · Aug 6
“I am late to the party but I'm amped that Republican Andy Ogles lost his primary election.”
artcandee, Bluesky user · Bluesky ↗ · Aug 7
Voices from the web unedited
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Breaking: GOP Congressman Andy Ogles, who has said gay people have “no place in America” and “Muslims don't belong in American society,” just lost his primary in Tennessee. He will no longer serve in Congress.
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🚨BREAKING: Andy Ogles lost tonight’s Republican primary in Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District. Despite being an incumbent and having Trump’s full-throated endorsement, Ogles was defeated by Charlie Hatcher. This was a significant political upset and a major loss for Trump.
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BREAKING: Trump-endorsed Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee just lost his Republican primary. WASHINGTON (AP) — Charlie Hatcher wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District.
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Andy Ogles is channeling how the entire Republican Party will be feeling election night this November.
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I am late to the party but I’m amped that Republican Andy Ogles lost his primary election. 🍿💃😁
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AIPAC's Rep. Andy Ogles has been defeated in the #TN05 Republican primary election.
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Stand by for @tennesseelookout.com's story on the 5th Congressional District race: The @apnews.com has called the Republican for former Tennessee ag commissioner Charlie Hatcher: two-term U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles is out.