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Trump purges another Republican critic with Massie defeat in Kentucky

Trump purges another Republican critic with Massie defeat in Kentucky

Summary

President Donald Trump has won another fight against a Republican who criticized him. Representative Thomas Massie of Kentucky lost his primary race to Ed Gallrein, a candidate supported by Trump and groups favoring Israel.

Key Facts

  • President Trump continues to challenge Republicans who oppose him.
  • Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Representative, was defeated in his party’s primary.
  • Massie had criticized Trump and pushed to release Justice Department records related to Jeffrey Epstein.
  • Massie was also an outspoken critic of the war with Iran.
  • Ed Gallrein, the winner, is a former Navy SEAL.
  • Gallrein had strong backing from President Trump.
  • Pro-Israel groups spent a lot of money supporting Gallrein in the race.
  • This race shows the risks Republican lawmakers face if they oppose President Trump.
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