Thomas Massie was defeated in his KY GOP primary to Navy vet Ed Gallrein. Trump's backing was viewed as a major reason in the result. Massie has held the seat for northern Kentucky since 2012. Massie's defeat is taken as a message to dissenting Republicans in the party, with broader stakes for internal alignment ahead of the general election. Trump backing appears to have shifted internal dynamics in this race.
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newrepublic.comState politicos told Cowboy State Daily that the Trump-driven ousting of Kentucky Republican Rep. Thomas Massie sends a message to Wyoming and the nation.…
cowboystatedaily.comThe Kentucky Republican built a movement of his own, and it's one that's not going away.
slate.comWhile Trump has racked up several wins this primary season, this one perhaps sends an even more forceful message to the president’s Republican critics.
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