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Trump Slams Massie Amid GOP Tensions Over Transparency

1/30/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump condemned Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Truth Social.
Trump endorsed Ed Gallrein after Massie's role in releasing Epstein files.
Massie angered Trump by co-sponsoring the Epstein Files Transparency Act and calling for faster document release.
Massie opposed FBI Director Kash Patel's comments on gun rights, saying they undermine the Second Amendment.
Trump's remarks reflect ongoing GOP tensions over transparency and gun rights.

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U.S. President Donald Trump condemned Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) on Truth Social.
Trump endorsed Ed Gallrein after Massie's role in releasing Epstein files.
Massie angered Trump by co-sponsoring the Epstein Files Transparency Act and calling for faster document release.
Massie opposed FBI Director Kash Patel's comments on gun rights, saying they undermine the Second Amendment.
Trump's remarks reflect ongoing GOP tensions over transparency and gun rights.