Republican Thomas Massie who stood up to Trump defeated in Kentucky primary

Author: Elizabeth MelimopoulosPublished on: May 20, 2026Country: United States

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Republican Thomas Massie who stood up to Trump defeated in Kentucky primary

Congressman Thomas Massie was defeated in the Kentucky primary by former Navy SEAL Ed Gallrein, who received 54.4% of the votes compared to Massie's 45.6%. This defeat, backed by Trump's endorsement and millions from pro-Trump and pro-Israel lobby groups, illustrates Trump's growing grip on the Republican Party. Over $32 million was spent on this primary, making it the most expensive in U.S. history.

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