SC Tennessee News

Rep. Andy Ogles, a U.S. Congressman representing Tennessee’s 5th district since 2023, shared his perspectives on several issues through social media posts on November 20, 2024. His comments touched upon topics such as immigration policy, the Biden administration's foreign policy approach, and an endorsement for a government position.

In a tweet posted on November 20, 2024, at 18:56 UTC, Rep. Ogles addressed a recent tragedy involving an illegal immigrant and criticized the current administration's immigration policies. He stated: "Justice has been served, but let’s be clear: this tragedy never should have happened. Joe Biden, Kamala Harris, and the Democrats’ open-border agenda enabled this murderous criminal to enter our country illegally." He concluded by expressing sympathy for the victim named Laken.

Later that day at 19:46 UTC, Ogles commented on foreign policy under President Trump compared to that of the Biden administration. He tweeted: "President Trump wasn’t elected to play the globalist war games of the D.C. swamp—he was elected to end them. A secure, peaceful world benefits everyone." He accused the current administration of prioritizing global conflicts over national security.

In another post made at 21:09 UTC on November 20th, Rep. Ogles endorsed Howard Lutnick for Commerce Secretary by stating: "Howard Lutnick is an exceptional leader, and I am confident he will do an excellent job as Commerce Secretary."