Tennessee's 5th Congressional District

A primary race in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District features Trump-backed Andy Ogles facing Charlie Hatcher, who received an endorsement from Gov. Bill Lee. Ogles cites his endorsements from figures like Mike Johnson and Jim Jordan as proof of conservative alignment, while Hatcher is being challenged by the Invest in Tomorrow Coalition super PAC, which spent roughly $1.3 million against him.

A key congressional primary in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District pits Trump-backed Rep. Andy Ogles against Charlie Hatcher, who received an endorsement from Gov. Bill Lee. Despite Ogles having endorsements from President Donald Trump and leaders like Mike Johnson and Jim Jordan, he faces a challenge from the Invest in Tomorrow Coalition super PAC, which spent roughly $1.3 million favoring Hatcher.

President Donald Trump endorsed U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles for reelection in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District during a tele-rally as his primary race against Charlie Hatcher tightens. The Freedom Caucus Fund, which has spent over $663,000 on ads supporting Ogles, co-sponsored the event. Ogles and Hatcher have raised significant funds, with Hatcher's campaign receiving additional support from an independent PAC.

Chaz Molder, Democratic mayor of Columbia, challenges Republican Congressman Andy Ogles in Tennessee's 5th Congressional District. Molder criticizes Ogles for failing voters and prioritizing social media over constituent needs, despite recent redistricting changes that removed part of his home city from the district.