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Trump's Endorsements Shake Up GOP Primaries

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Published
May 21, 2026
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Congressman Thomas Massie, a Republican from Kentucky, lost his primary race to Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein, marking a growing trend of Trumps influence within the party. Massies defeat, along with Senator Bill Cassidys recent loss, highlights Trumps power in endorsing challengers against incumbents he deems insufficiently loyal. Looking ahead, Senator Joh…

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Congressman Thomas Massie, a Republican from Kentucky, lost his primary race to Trump-endorsed Ed Gallrein, marking a growing trend of Trumps influence within the party. Massies defeat, along with Senator Bill Cassidys recent loss, highlights Trumps power in endorsing challengers against incumbents he deems insufficiently loyal. Looking ahead, Senator John Cornyn faces a similar challenge, with Trump endorsing his opponent, Ken Paxton. The impact of these endorsements is significant, as Trump co

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