# Anti-Muslim Congressman Andy Ogles Defeated in Republican Primary

Republican Congressman Andy Ogles of Tennessee lost his party’s primary election. Ogles, known for his anti-Muslim comments, was defeated by a challenger. The loss marks an early departure for a controversial incumbent, though the district remains heavily Republican.

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## Sources

### World
- [Al Jazeera](https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/8/7/anti-muslim-us-congressman-andy-ogles-loses-congressional-primary?traffic_source=rss) — Fri, 07 Aug 2026 04:04:45 +0000