A Trump Dissenter Fights for His Political Life
The Daily
- Published
- May 19, 2026
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- 34:05
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- May 21, 2026
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In Kentucky today, amid record-low approval ratings, President Trump is asking Republican primary voters to reject Representative Thomas Massie, who has broken with Mr. Trump on a handful of votes. Instead, he wants them to elect his handpicked challenger. Robert Draper, who covers domestic politics for The Times, and “The Daily” producer Caitlin O’Keefe,…
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In Kentucky today, amid record-low approval ratings, President Trump is asking Republican primary voters to reject Representative Thomas Massie, who has broken with Mr. Trump on a handful of votes. Instead, he wants them to elect his handpicked challenger. Robert Draper, who covers domestic politics for The Times, and “The Daily” producer Caitlin O’Keefe, travel to Kentucky to cover what has become the most expensive House primary in American history. Guest: Robert Draper, a Washington, D.C.-bas
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