In a significant primary result for Tennessee’s 5th Congressional District, incumbent Republican Representative Andy Ogles was defeated by former state Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher. The loss marks an unexpected exit for the first-term congressman, who had received a formal endorsement from former President Donald Trump. Decision Desk HQ and the Associated Press projected the victory for Hatcher following Thursday's primary election.

While the Republican race saw the incumbent ousted, the Democratic primary concluded with Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder emerging as the party's nominee. Molder defeated challengers including former educator Carrie Ann Iacomini to secure his spot on the November ballot. He will now face Hatcher in the general election to represent the district.

Sources differ on the primary factors contributing to Ogles's defeat. The Washington Examiner attributes the loss to a combination of heavy outside spending against the incumbent and opposition from Tennessee Governor Bill Lee. Other reporting focuses primarily on the outcome as a notable political setback for the former president, given his endorsement of Ogles. The race highlights shifting dynamics within the Tennessee Republican party, as the district moves toward a general election contest between Hatcher and Molder.