Massie Stands Firm as Trump-Backed Challenger Eyes Kentucky Seat
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Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie faces a Trump-supported challenger in a costly Kentucky primary, insisting he’ll win despite the president’s attacks and heavy outside spending. The race hinges on foreign-policy disputes (Massie’s Iran stance and criticism of pro-Israel lobbying) and partisan alignment, with Massie arguing the contest reflects broader tensions within the GOP over policy and loyalty.
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