Here’s the One Tweet That Sums Up Why Thomas Massie Lost His Primary

? Trump endorsed Ed Gallrein won 19 of 21 Kentucky counties, leaving anti Trump Rep. Thomas Massie with just 2, including his home county.

— Political Polls (@PpollingNumbers) May 20, 2026

“Running a campaign obsessed with Israel when your district is in Kentucky… was a really stupid idea.”@KatiePavlich reacts after Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in the most expensive U.S. House primary in American history. pic.twitter.com/OyTaNdtkwC

— Katie Pavlich Tonight (@KatiePavlichNN) May 20, 2026

The Federalist’s Sean Davis tweeted an insightful observation about Massie’s loss. He noted that Massie had previously fought and defeated Trump’s operatives with ease. So, what changed? Well, Massie changed, and the voters noticed (emphasis below is mine):

Why did Massie lose tonight?

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