Georgia Republicans are grasping for a contender to challenge Senator Jon Ossoff.
Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican known for his criticism of President Trump, was defeated in the Kentucky primary by a Trump-backed challenger. This election was closely monitored as a measure of Trump's influence over the party. Massie's loss highlights the ongoing tensions within the Republican Party regarding loyalty to Trump.
- ▪Thomas Massie lost to Ed Gallrein in the Kentucky primary.
- ▪Gallrein received 55% of the votes, while Massie garnered 45%.
- ▪The primary was seen as a test of Trump's ability to influence Republican candidates.
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Rep. Thomas Massie, Frequent Trump Critic, Is Ousted in Kentucky PrimaryMr. Massie, a Republican who frequently clashed with President Trump, lost to a Trump-backed challenger. The race was a closely watched test of the president’s power to punish his critics.Published May 19, 2026Updated May 22, 2026, 9:32 p.m. ETShare full article window.registerInteractive && window.registerInteractive("100000010913560");…
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