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backed Republican congressman, loses primary in Tennessee
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Key Points:
- Republican Congressman Andy Ogles, endorsed by former President Donald Trump, lost his House primary in Tennessee, marking the second defeat for a Trump-backed candidate this week.
- Trump had publicly endorsed Ogles hours before polls closed, praising him as a "Conservative Warrior" with strong community support.
- Ogles, representing Tennessee's 5th district since 2023, has faced controversies including investigations into alleged campaign finance violations and backlash over anti-Muslim comments.
- Despite Ogles' loss, Trump-backed candidates saw several victories this week, including John James winning Michigan's Republican gubernatorial nomination and successful endorsements in Kansas and Washington state.
- The primary winners will compete in the November midterm elections, where all 435 House seats and 35 Senate seats are up for grabs.
