Trump tightens grip on GOP after Massie’s defeat in Kentucky primary – US politics live
Summary
President Donald Trump strengthened his control over the Republican Party after his chosen candidate defeated Congressman Thomas Massie in the Kentucky primary. Trump also claimed that all of his endorsed candidates won their races in the recent primaries across several states.Key Facts
- Congressman Thomas Massie lost the Kentucky Republican primary to Ed Gaillin, Trump’s endorsed candidate, by 55% to 45%.
- The Kentucky primary was the most expensive House primary in U.S. history, with over $32 million spent.
- Massie opposed Trump on key issues such as the war on Iran, the Epstein files release, and a tax bill.
- Trump reported that 100% of his endorsements in primaries on May 19 won, including races in Alabama, Pennsylvania, Georgia, Idaho, Oregon, and Kentucky.
- Senator Tommy Tuberville won the Republican nomination for Alabama governor.
- Former Atlanta mayor Keisha Lance Bottoms won the Democratic nomination for Georgia governor.
- In Georgia, Republican lieutenant governor Burt Jones and healthcare executive Rick Jackson advanced to a runoff for governor.
- Trump’s next test of influence is in Texas, supporting Ken Paxton against Senator John Cornyn in a Republican primary runoff.
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