Several lawmakers in races rated as competitive by Inside Elections with Nathan L. Gonzales reported lower quarterly hauls than their rivals.

Tennessee Rep. Andy Ogles, who has come under scrutiny over his campaign finances, was outraised by a Republican primary challenger and a Democratic rival.

Former Tennessee Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, who entered the race last fall, reported raising $411,000 in the fourth quarter, more than the $151,000 Ogles raised. Hatcher had $174,000 on hand at the end of December, while Ogles had just $62,000 in his campaign coffers.

Columbia Mayor Chaz Molder, the leading Democrat in the race, took in $413,000 in the fourth quarter and had $978,000 banked at the end of last year.

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