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Trump gets revenge as Thomas Massie projected to lose primary to MAGA ex-Navy SEAL

Gallrein won the Republican primary against Massie with Trump’s endorsement.

Trump gets revenge as Thomas Massie projected to lose primary to MAGA ex-Navy SEAL
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This article1 analysis · Oct 6, 2026
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May 19, 2026
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Rep. Thomas Massie lost Kentucky’s 4th District Republican primary to Ed Gallrein, whom Donald Trump endorsed. The article says several news organizations projected the result.

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Thomas Massie
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Representative defeated for renomination in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District

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Ed Gallrein Defeats Thomas Massie in Kentucky Republican Primary

Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky’s Republican primary after receiving Donald Trump’s backing. Outlets also describe the contest as a closely watched test of Trump’s influence over the Republican Party. Left-leaning outlets frame the result as part of Trump’s effort to punish a Republican who broke with him. Center outlets generally treat it as a test of Trump’s influence over voters and the party. Right-leaning outlets emphasize Gallrein’s win as a victory for Trump and his agenda.

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