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Morgan Ortagus

RepublicanFirst-time candidate

Morgan Ortagus ran for U.S. House Tennessee District 5 in 2026. This is their first run for office.

From the candidate’s public filings

Background

Morgan Ortagus (Republican Party) ran for election to the U.S. House to represent Tennessee's 5th Congressional District. She was disqualified from the Republican primary on August 4, 2022.

On January 3, 2025, President-elect Donald Trump (R) announced he would appoint Ortagus to be deputy special presidential envoy in the Middle East in his second presidential administration.[1]

Campaign themes

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On the 2026 ballot

Compiled from the candidate’s published profile as of September 30, 2026.

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Morgan Ortagus — U.S. House Tennessee District 5 candidate, 2026 | True Vote