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Democrat Chaz Molder Challenges GOP's Ogles in Fundraising Battle

4/21/2026

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Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) won his 2022 election by 13.5 points and faced no significant challenge in 2024.
He now faces Democratic mayor Chaz Molder, who has raised four times more funds.
Molder stated, “Traditionally it’s not been a battleground, but we’re changing that in this cycle.”
Molder acknowledged the Democratic brand's struggles in the district but aims to demonstrate its potential for recovery.

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Story summary

Rep. Andy Ogles (R-Tenn.) won his 2022 election by 13.5 points and faced no significant challenge in 2024.
He now faces Democratic mayor Chaz Molder, who has raised four times more funds.
Molder stated, “Traditionally it’s not been a battleground, but we’re changing that in this cycle.”
Molder acknowledged the Democratic brand's struggles in the district but aims to demonstrate its potential for recovery.