Rep. Andy Ogles Fends Off Challenger in Tennessee GOP Primary

The Tennessee Republican handily defeated primary challenger Courtney Johnston.

Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) talks to reporters with fellow Freedom Caucus members Rep. Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) (L) and Rep. Ralph Norman (R-S.C.) about their Stand with Israel resolution at the U.S. Capitol Visitors Center in Washington on March 5, 2024. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) easily fended off a primary challenge in Tennessee’s 5th congressional district primary.

Ogles was declared victorious over challenger Courtney Johnston, a member of the Nashville Metropolitan Council.