Six US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Massie
Six US states are holding primaries as voters prepare for the upcoming midterm elections. In Kentucky, Congressman Thomas Massie faces a challenge from Ed Gallrein, backed by Trump, making it a highly watched race. Meanwhile, Pennsylvania and Georgia also feature key contests that could impact party control in Congress.
- ▪The primaries are taking place in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Alabama, Oregon, and Idaho.
- ▪Thomas Massie, a Republican congressman, is being challenged by Ed Gallrein in Kentucky, with Trump supporting Gallrein.
- ▪Democrats in Pennsylvania aim to retake swing House districts lost in the previous election cycle.
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Trump critic Thomas Massie, left, who is being challenged by former Navy Seal Ed Gallrein, right, in Kentucky. Composite: Getty Images, BloombergView image in fullscreenTrump critic Thomas Massie, left, who is being challenged by former Navy Seal Ed Gallrein, right, in Kentucky. Composite: Getty Images, BloombergUS politicsSix US states hold primaries as Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust MassieRepublican critic of president faces challenge from Ed Gallrein, while Georgia and Pennsylvania hold key contestsChris SteinTue 19 May 2026 06.00 EDTLast modified on Tue 19 May 2026 06.01 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe biggest day of primaries yet arrives Tuesday, with voters in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Alabama, Oregon and Idaho, heading to the polls to select candidates ahead of…
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