Ed Gallrein, backed by Donald Trump and pro-Israel donors, defeats Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's 4th congressional district primary with 54.9% of the vote, amid record spending and controversy over Israel lobby influence.
Rep. Thomas Massie loses Republican House primary, Trump-backed challenger Ed Gallrein wins, and other top stories from the US primaries
Rep. Thomas Massie conceded his primary election loss to MAGA challenger Ed Gallrein, vowing to remain principled. Massie criticized Trump's influence and media allies, while supporters chanted "2028!"
Donald Trump asserted dominance over the Republican party as his chosen candidate, Ed Gallrein, defeated incumbent congressman Thomas Massie in a Kentucky primary. The race, framed as a test of loyalty, saw significant spending and highlighted Trump's influence.
Kentucky voters ousted Congressman Thomas Massie, a critic of Donald Trump, in a primary race. Ed Gallrein, backed by Trump's endorsement and millions in donations, won the contest, highlighting Trump's influence over the Republican Party.
Rep. Thomas Massie lost his Kentucky primary to Ed Gallrein, a defeat attributed to his defiance of Donald Trump. The race, the most expensive House primary ever, underscores Trump's influence over Republican activists.
Ed Gallrein, endorsed by Donald Trump, defeated incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's 4th congressional district Republican primary. Massie, known for his contrarian stance, faced repeated attacks from Trump. The race was the most expensive on record.
Rep. Thomas Massie lost his Kentucky Republican primary to challenger Ed Gallrein, a retired Navy SEAL backed by Donald Trump. Massie, known for his libertarian stance and clashes with Trump, including opposing the release of Jeffrey Epstein files, was criticized by Trump as "the Worst Congressman in the History of our Country."
President Trump's endorsed challenger, Ed Gallrein, has defeated Republican Rep. Thomas Massie in a Kentucky primary, continuing Trump's trend of ousting GOP incumbents he opposes.
