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Massie Sparks Controversy with Epstein Documents, Faces GOP Backlash

10/31/2025

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Rep. Thomas Massie faced criticism from Vice President JD Vance and U.S. President Donald Trump for perceived lack of Republican Party support.
Vance said Massie opposed the party on many issues despite voting with Republicans 91% of the time.
Massie introduced legislation to release Epstein-related documents, drawing backlash.
He accused party leaders of protecting sex traffickers and refused to be a "yes man" for the party.

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Rep. Thomas Massie faced criticism from Vice President JD Vance and U.S. President Donald Trump for perceived lack of Republican Party support.
Vance said Massie opposed the party on many issues despite voting with Republicans 91% of the time.
Massie introduced legislation to release Epstein-related documents, drawing backlash.
He accused party leaders of protecting sex traffickers and refused to be a "yes man" for the party.