A Republican politician's recent statement has sparked backlash from his own party. Rep. Andy Ogles of Tennessee made a comment that has been criticized by several colleagues, including Ted Cruz.

The comment, which was posted on X, has since been deleted. It reportedly expressed anti-LGBTQ+ sentiments, prompting a strong reaction from other Republican politicians who described the statement as "idiotic" and "insane". Further details about the incident and the reactions it has garnered are available from LGBTQ Nation, a local source.

The controversy surrounding Rep. Ogles' statement continues to unfold, with more information available from the source.