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

Massie was the target of Trump’s attacks and questioned whether Trump would address prices and tariffs during his visit.

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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This story reports what happened without casting Massie in a good or bad light, so readers don’t rate it and it doesn’t count toward Massie’s record.

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Thomas Massie
R · KY-4

Representative and incumbent facing a primary challenge from Ed Gallrein

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President speaking in Massie’s district and endorsing 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 Massie and Promotes Primary Challenger at Rally

Outlets agree that Trump backed Ed Gallrein, Rep. Thomas Massie’s Republican primary challenger, and publicly criticized Massie amid the Kentucky campaign. Center outlets connect the contest to Massie’s policy disagreements with Trump and give space to responses from both camps. Right-leaning outlets likewise focus on Trump’s campaign push for Gallrein and the feud, with some also including Massie’s response.

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