Thomas Massie

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Major Update: Trump Attacks Epstein Survivors, Minnesota Arrests ICE Agent for Assault, Trump Investigates Missing Nuclear Scientists, and More

Massie sided with Democrats in supporting the Iran war-powers resolution.

Alternet.org

4d ago

Not just Trump: A Republican's strategy could take down his entire cabinet

Massie’s resolution targeting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prompts discussion of impeachment as a possible oversight strategy.

3d ago

GOP leaders face challenge from lame-duck lawmakers in both parties

Massie’s impeachment proposal and discharge-petition effort are central examples of departing lawmakers challenging party leaders.

Budget/SpendingDefense/MilitaryTechnology/Privacy

House races for exit, avoiding vote on Hegseth impeachment

Massie introduced the impeachment resolution that GOP leaders postponed until the lame-duck session.

Yahoo News

Foreign PolicyDefense/Military

7 Republicans rebel against Trump, vote with Dems to rein in Iran war powers

Massie voted with Democrats to limit the president's war powers, and the article notes his separate effort to force an impeachment vote on Pete Hegseth.

Associated Press+6

Foreign PolicyBudget/SpendingDefense/Military

Speaker Johnson recesses the House early as Rep. Thomas Massie pushes Hegseth impeachment

Massie used a House speech to oppose the early recess, criticize Johnson, and defend efforts targeting Hegseth and the Epstein files.

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St. Vincent Tribune – St. Vincent & Caribbean News, Culture & Economy+10

Ethics/CorruptionCriminal JusticeDefense/Military

US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA

Representative Thomas Massie vowed to vote against the FISA reauthorization unless it included a warrant provision to protect citizens' privacy.

Newstarget.com

Foreign PolicyBudget/SpendingDefense/Military

America’s NATO exit debate heats up as Trump calls alliance a â€œpaper tigerâ€�

Representative Thomas Massie introduced a bill in the House to withdraw the U.S. from the NATO alliance.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionDefense/Military

nemosnewsnetwork.com+1

Apr 13

Massie For Governor? GOP’s Libertarian Firebrand Talks Political Future

Representative Thomas Massie is considering a run for Kentucky Governor in 2027 while facing a Trump-backed primary challenger for his House seat.

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Mar 24

Thomas Massie Pushes New Epstein Files Report, “Criminal Activity” Committed by Politicians

Representative Thomas Massie is calling on the Trump administration to release the complete Epstein files, citing an 'encyclopedia of criminal activity.'

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionCriminal Justice

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Atlanta Black Star

Apr 11

‘That’s a Lie!’: After Bondi’s Embarrasing Exit, Trump’s AG Thought the Epstein Chaos Was Dying Down — Then Massie Fires Off a Brutal Shot That Instantly Has Them Scrambling Again

Representative Thomas Massie issued a 30-day ultimatum to the DOJ to release the remaining Epstein investigation files.

64%·36%

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionVoting Rights

Trump’s political capital goes to the polls

Representative Thomas Massie faces a significant primary challenge in Kentucky from a Trump-backed opponent, testing his anti-establishment brand.

44%·56%

100 Percent Fed Up+3

Apr 15

House Republican Leadership Forced To Delay FISA Vote

Representative Thomas Massie vowed to vote against the FISA procedural rule, citing concerns over government spying on Americans without a warrant.

Ethics/CorruptionCriminal JusticeDefense/Military

The New York Times+1

Ethics/CorruptionCriminal JusticeDefense/Military

House Votes to Extend Expiring FISA Surveillance Law for 10 Days

Representative Thomas Massie vowed to vote against any FISA reauthorization that does not include a warrant provision for American citizens.

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▼Bad Look

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionDefense/Military

78 and stubbornly optimistic

Representative Thomas Massie is facing a six-figure billboard campaign from CUFI as President Trump attempts to unseat him.

Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionBudget/Spending

KVIA+1

Apr 10

Project 2025 architect quits South Carolina Senate race and endorses Lindsey Graham challenger

Representative Thomas Massie was criticized by Donald Trump in the context of his support for Graham's primary challenger.

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Foreign PolicyEthics/CorruptionBudget/Spending

Facing a Republican revolt, House Speaker Johnson's plan for US aid to Ukraine, allies uncertain - AP News

Representative Massie joined the effort to oust Speaker Johnson, calling for his resignation during a closed-door meeting.

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Sep 1

Government shutdown looms as Congress returns after monthlong August recess - AP News

Massie and Representative Ro Khanna are pressing the House to consider a bill requiring the Justice Department to release Epstein investigation records.

aaronparnas.substack.com

Budget/SpendingImmigration

Major Update: Trump Attacks Epstein Survivors, Minnesota Arrests ICE Agent for Assault, Trump Investigates Missing Nuclear Scientists, and More

Massie sided with Democrats in supporting the Iran war-powers resolution.

Axios

House GOP's Epstein files headache is back

Massie is recruiting Republicans and Democrats for a petition to force a House vote on releasing additional Epstein files.

80%·20%

Alternet.org

4d ago

Not just Trump: A Republican's strategy could take down his entire cabinet

Massie’s resolution targeting Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prompts discussion of impeachment as a possible oversight strategy.

3d ago

GOP leaders face challenge from lame-duck lawmakers in both parties

Massie’s impeachment proposal and discharge-petition effort are central examples of departing lawmakers challenging party leaders.

Budget/SpendingDefense/Military

House races for exit, avoiding vote on Hegseth impeachment

Massie introduced the impeachment resolution that GOP leaders postponed until the lame-duck session.

Foreign PolicyDefense/Military

The New American

3d ago

Don't Vote... Unless You Know What You're Doing!

The article presents Massie's 2026 primary defeat as an example of how low-information voters can affect election outcomes.

7 Republicans rebel against Trump, vote with Dems to rein in Iran war powers

Massie voted with Democrats to limit the president's war powers, and the article notes his separate effort to force an impeachment vote on Pete Hegseth.

Associated Press+6

Speaker Johnson recesses the House early as Rep. Thomas Massie pushes Hegseth impeachment

Massie used a House speech to oppose the early recess, criticize Johnson, and defend efforts targeting Hegseth and the Epstein files.

Ethics/CorruptionBudget/Spending

53%·47%

wikispooks.com

Apr 13

Epstein Files Transparency Act

Representative Thomas Massie is credited with filing the discharge petition that forced a vote on the transparency bill.

St. Vincent Tribune – St. Vincent & Caribbean News, Culture & Economy+10

US Congress temporarily extends controversial surveillance power under FISA

Representative Thomas Massie vowed to vote against the FISA reauthorization unless it included a warrant provision to protect citizens' privacy.

Newstarget.com

America’s NATO exit debate heats up as Trump calls alliance a â€œpaper tigerâ€�

Representative Thomas Massie introduced a bill in the House to withdraw the U.S. from the NATO alliance.

78 and stubbornly optimistic

Representative Thomas Massie is facing a six-figure billboard campaign from CUFI as President Trump attempts to unseat him.

nemosnewsnetwork.com+1

Apr 13

Massie For Governor? GOP’s Libertarian Firebrand Talks Political Future

Representative Thomas Massie is considering a run for Kentucky Governor in 2027 while facing a Trump-backed primary challenger for his House seat.

55%·45%

2paragraphs

Mar 24

Thomas Massie Pushes New Epstein Files Report, “Criminal Activity” Committed by Politicians

Representative Thomas Massie is calling on the Trump administration to release the complete Epstein files, citing an 'encyclopedia of criminal activity.'

67%·33%

Atlanta Black Star

Apr 11

‘That’s a Lie!’: After Bondi’s Embarrasing Exit, Trump’s AG Thought the Epstein Chaos Was Dying Down — Then Massie Fires Off a Brutal Shot That Instantly Has Them Scrambling Again

Representative Thomas Massie issued a 30-day ultimatum to the DOJ to release the remaining Epstein investigation files.

64%·36%

KVIA+1

Apr 10

Project 2025 architect quits South Carolina Senate race and endorses Lindsey Graham challenger

Representative Thomas Massie was criticized by Donald Trump in the context of his support for Graham's primary challenger.

20%·80%

Trump’s political capital goes to the polls

Representative Thomas Massie faces a significant primary challenge in Kentucky from a Trump-backed opponent, testing his anti-establishment brand.

44%·56%

100 Percent Fed Up+3

Apr 15

House Republican Leadership Forced To Delay FISA Vote

Representative Thomas Massie vowed to vote against the FISA procedural rule, citing concerns over government spying on Americans without a warrant.

The New York Times+1

House Votes to Extend Expiring FISA Surveillance Law for 10 Days

Representative Thomas Massie vowed to vote against any FISA reauthorization that does not include a warrant provision for American citizens.

75%·25%

Facing a Republican revolt, House Speaker Johnson's plan for US aid to Ukraine, allies uncertain - AP News

Representative Massie joined the effort to oust Speaker Johnson, calling for his resignation during a closed-door meeting.

Feb 9

Ghislaine Maxwell appeals for clemency from Trump as she declines to answer questions from lawmakers - AP News

Representative Thomas Massie reported identifying six men likely incriminated by the newly released unredacted Epstein files.

Ethics/CorruptionBudget/Spending

90%·10%

dad29.blogspot.com

Apr 15

Congress Buries Most of the Dirt

Representative Thomas Massie claimed that members of Congress have used $17 million in taxpayer money to settle sexual harassment claims.

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The National Pulse

Mar 12

Democrats Block DHS Funding Despite Airport Delays, Rising Iranian Threat.

Representative Thomas Massie holds a polling lead in his Kentucky primary despite an endorsement of his challenger by Donald Trump.

ImmigrationCriminal Justice

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The Atlantic

Feb 27

Inside the Fight Over the Epstein Files

Representative Massie partnered with progressives to challenge the Justice Department's refusal to release the full Epstein files.