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Trump Targets Massie Over Crucial Funding Bill Vote

3/11/2025

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President Trump has taken aim at Rep. Thomas Massie, vowing to back a primary challenger after Massie announced his opposition to a crucial government funding bill. As a staunch fiscal hawk, Massie's "no" vote could jeopardize the House's efforts to extend the budget and avert a looming shutdown, putting Republicans in a tight spot.

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President Trump has taken aim at Rep. Thomas Massie, vowing to back a primary challenger after Massie announced his opposition to a crucial government funding bill. As a staunch fiscal hawk, Massie's "no" vote could jeopardize the House's efforts to extend the budget and avert a looming shutdown, putting Republicans in a tight spot.