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NewsWPLG Local 10 – PoliticsAugust 7, 2026Miami-Dade

Charlie Hatcher defeats U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles in Tennessee Republican primary

Former Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher defeated incumbent U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles in a Republican primary election for a redrawn Memphis-area congressional district. This result sets the stage for the upcoming fall general election in the newly shaped district.

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Why It Matters

The outcome determines the Republican nominee for a congressional seat in a district that has been significantly redrawn, impacting the representation of residents in that area for the next term.

Key Facts

  • Charlie Hatcher defeated incumbent U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles in the Republican primary.
  • The election took place on Thursday.
  • The congressional district involved has been significantly redrawn.
  • Andy Ogles had received an endorsement from former President Donald Trump.
  • The winner will advance to the fall general election for the House seat.

Who's Mentioned

personCharlie Hatcher“Former Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner who won the primary”locationTennessee“State where the election occurred”locationMemphis“Area where the congressional district is located”personAndy Ogles“Incumbent U.S. Representative who lost the primary”personDonald Trump“President who endorsed Andy Ogles”