Another Trump victory: Republican Rep. Thomas Massie loses Kentucky primary
Republican Rep. Thomas Massie lost his primary in Kentucky, marking another setback for Trump opponents. Trump's influence remains strong as he continues to support candidates aligned with his views while targeting those he deems insufficiently loyal. The primary was notably expensive, with significant funds spent on attack ads against Massie.
- ▪Massie lost his primary in Kentucky, reflecting Trump's ongoing influence in Republican politics.
- ▪Trump successfully campaigned against several Republicans who opposed him, including Sen. Bill Cassidy in Louisiana.
- ▪The primary race saw $32.6 million spent on ads, with a significant portion aimed at attacking Massie.
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Massie becomes the latest casualty in Trump's revenge tour, as the president shows he still holds considerable sway over the Republican electorate.Earlier this month, Trump successfully campaigned to oust a group of Indiana state Republicans who opposed his redistricting push. Sen. Bill Cassidy, who was one of seven Republican senators who voted to convict Trump in 2021 after the House impeached him, finished third in the Louisiana primary over the weekend and will not advance to a runoff. Trump had supported Rep. Julia Letlow, who finished first in the contest.On Tuesday, Trump added Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, to the list to be punished for being insufficiently loyal.
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