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GOP governor endorses candidate challenging Trump-backed congressman in Republican US House primary

Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee endorsed Charlie Hatcher, a candidate challenging Trump-backed U.S. Rep. Andy Ogles in a Republican U.S. House primary. The endorsement occurred after early voting ended but before the August 6 primary. Lee stated Hatcher has supported Trump since day one.

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