Why Thomas Massie could run for president
Rep. Thomas Massie has filed candidacy paperwork for the 2028 election, raising speculation about a potential presidential run. Despite a recent primary defeat, Massie's supporters are eager for him to pursue higher office. His appeal among younger Republicans and libertarians may position him as a significant candidate in the upcoming primaries.
- ▪Thomas Massie filed paperwork for a potential 2028 candidacy after losing a primary election.
- ▪He has a strong following among younger Republicans and libertarians, which could benefit a national campaign.
- ▪Massie's positioning on issues like foreign policy may allow him to challenge other candidates in the Republican primaries.
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Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) raised eyebrows when, fresh off his recent primary defeat, he filed candidacy paperwork for 2028, though he is unsure for which office. Could Massie run for president? As soon as he conceded his loss to President Donald Trump’s favored candidate, Ed Gallrein, it was clear that his more zealous supporters in the election-night crowd wanted him to do exactly that. Recommended Stories Jill Biden reveals Kamala Harris went into ‘prosecutor mode’ to secure rapid Biden endorsement Whitmer rules out 2028 White House bid READ IN FULL: DNC releases 2024 campaign autopsy The Iran war has potentially reopened the Ron Paul lane in the 2028 Republican primaries.
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