There’s some breaking news out of Tennessee that’s caught a lot of attention.
Rep. Andy Ogles, a Republican from Tennessee and a member of the House Freedom Caucus, announced on social media that his phone was seized by the FBI last week, just a day after he won a contentious primary. This revelation adds a dramatic twist to an already high-profile race.
Ogles shared a statement on X, explaining that the FBI’s actions are related to an investigation into his campaign finance filings. According to sources, FBI agents executed a search warrant at his office in Washington, D.C., as part of this investigation. Ogles acknowledged that his campaign had made mistakes in their initial financial filings, which have been a topic of discussion for months.
In his statement, Ogles assured his supporters that he and his team have been working diligently with attorneys and reporting experts to correct these errors and ensure compliance with regulations moving forward.
He emphasized that he believes the FBI’s interest is focused on these well-known facts and that he plans to fully cooperate with the investigation, just as he has with the Federal Election Commission (FEC).
Ogles expressed confidence that the discrepancies in his campaign’s financial reporting were the result of honest mistakes rather than anything more serious. He also made it clear that he’s committed to seeing this process through.
This development comes on the heels of Ogles securing a significant victory in his primary race against Nashville Metro Council member Courtney Johnston. Ogles had strong backing from influential figures like former President Donald Trump and House Speaker Mike Johnson.
Trump, in particular, had praised Ogles for his work on key issues such as the economy, border security, and the Second Amendment, giving him a “Complete and Total Endorsement” for re-election.
The timing of this FBI investigation is certainly noteworthy, and it raises questions about how it might impact Ogles’ political future. With the election season heating up, this is a story that’s sure to develop further as more details come to light.
