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Trump Challenges Massie in Kentucky Primary Showdown

3/14/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump will campaign in Kentucky on Wednesday against Rep. Thomas Massie, calling him 'the Democrats’ favorite member'.
Trump endorsed Massie’s primary opponent, Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL who supports Trump’s policies.
Massie has clashed with Trump on foreign policy and the Epstein case, and will not attend.
The May 19 primary will test Trump’s influence among Republicans and his economic messaging amid rising gas prices.

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U.S. President Donald Trump will campaign in Kentucky on Wednesday against Rep. Thomas Massie, calling him 'the Democrats’ favorite member'.
Trump endorsed Massie’s primary opponent, Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL who supports Trump’s policies.
Massie has clashed with Trump on foreign policy and the Epstein case, and will not attend.
The May 19 primary will test Trump’s influence among Republicans and his economic messaging amid rising gas prices.