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Trump's Criticism Boosts Massie's Reelection Donations Amid Primary Battle

12/27/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Christmas Day for his role in the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Massie responded by sharing Trump's attack on social media, which led to a surge in donations for his reelection campaign.
He is facing Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein in the Republican primary for Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
Pro-Trump billionaires are reportedly spending around $2 million to unseat him.

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticized Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Christmas Day for his role in the Epstein Files Transparency Act.
Massie responded by sharing Trump's attack on social media, which led to a surge in donations for his reelection campaign.
He is facing Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein in the Republican primary for Kentucky's 4th Congressional District.
Pro-Trump billionaires are reportedly spending around $2 million to unseat him.