Trump Has Posted About Massie At Least 11 Times In 2 Days Ahead Of Tuesday’s Primary
President Trump has made at least 11 posts targeting Rep. Thomas Massie in the lead-up to Massie's primary election. Trump has labeled Massie with various derogatory terms, criticizing his loyalty and effectiveness as a Republican. The primary race is seen as a significant test of Trump's influence within the GOP, with substantial financial backing against Massie from pro-Israel groups.
- ▪Trump referred to Massie as an 'obstructionist and a fool' and a 'Weak and Pathetic RINO.'
- ▪He has called for a challenger to Rep. Lauren Boebert due to her support for Massie.
- ▪Massie's primary against Trump-backed Ed Gallrein is the most expensive House race in history.
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BreakingBusinessTrump Has Posted About Massie At Least 11 Times In 2 Days Ahead Of Tuesday’s PrimaryBySara Dorn,Forbes Staff. Sara Dorn is a Forbes news reporter who covers politics.Follow AuthorMay 18, 2026, 03:46pm EDT--:-- / --:--This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.This voice experience is generated by AI. Learn more.ToplinePresident Donald Trump has published at least 11 Truth Social posts targeting Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., since Saturday, when Trump scored his first major victory in his midterm vengeance campaign.Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., conducts a news conference after reviewing unredacted portions of the Jeffrey Epstein files, outside a Department of Justice office in NoMa on Monday, February 9, 2026.
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