Trump threatens to pull Boebert endorsement, calls congresswoman ‘weak minded’ over Massie support
Former President Donald Trump threatened to withdraw his endorsement of Rep. Lauren Boebert after she campaigned for Rep. Thomas Massie, one of Trump's vocal critics in the GOP. Trump criticized Boebert as 'weak minded' in a Truth Social post and suggested supporting a primary challenger against her. Boebert acknowledged the risks of her support for Massie but stood by her decision, reaffirming her commitment to MAGA principles.
- ▪Donald Trump threatened to support a primary challenger against Rep. Lauren Boebert over her support for Thomas Massie.
- ▪Trump called Boebert 'weak minded' and criticized her for campaigning for Thomas Massie, whom he has called a 'moron.'
- ▪Lauren Boebert defended her actions, stating she knew the risks but remained committed to her principles and friendship with Massie.
- ▪Thomas Massie is a Republican congressman from Kentucky and a frequent critic of Donald Trump.
- ▪Trump previously endorsed Boebert for reelection but suggested he would withdraw it if a suitable challenger emerged.
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Fox News Trump threatens to pull Boebert endorsement, calls congresswoman ‘weak minded’ over Massie support Boebert says she 'knew the risks' of standing by Massie, while Massie says Trump should be 'mending fences with these folks' By Michael Sinkewicz Fox News Published May 17, 2026 3:03am EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video President Trump slams GOP Rep Thomas Massie during speech at National Prayer Breakfast While speaking at the National Prayer Breakfast, President Donald Trump called Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., a "moron." NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump on Saturday blasted Rep.
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