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Trump calls Massie 'a disaster' during speech in his Kentucky district

Trump attacked Massie during a Kentucky speech and praised Gallrein, whom he backs in the Republican primary.

Trump calls Massie 'a disaster' during speech in his Kentucky district
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Mar 11, 2026
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During a speech in Kentucky, President Donald Trump attacked Rep. Thomas Massie and praised Ed Gallrein, whom he endorsed in the 2026 Republican primary against Massie. Gallrein also criticized Massie, who had questioned whether Trump would address rising prices and tariffs.

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President speaking in Massie’s district and endorsing Gallrein

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Thomas Massie
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Representative and incumbent facing a primary challenge from Ed Gallrein

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Republican House candidate challenging Massie in the 2026 primary

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Rand Paul
R · KY · SEN

Senator referenced in Trump’s comparison of Massie

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Trump Criticizes Thomas Massie at Kentucky Rally

Trump held a Kentucky rally, where he criticized Rep. Thomas Massie and backed Ed Gallrein, Massie’s Republican primary challenger. Left-leaning outlets cast the move as retaliation for Massie’s opposition to Trump’s agenda and an effort to enforce party loyalty. Center outlets present it mainly as a primary contest, often pairing Trump’s endorsement and attacks with Massie’s response; some also cover Trump’s economic message or Iran remarks. Right-leaning outlets focus on Trump’s campaign against Massie, with some emphasizing the push for Gallrein and others criticizing Trump’s intervention and presenting Massie’s objections as principled.

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