Trump-backed Ed Gallrein defeats Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky GOP primary

NPR | By A Martínez

Published May 20, 2026 at 6:45 AM EDT

President Trump once again proves his political strength in Republican primaries, helping to oust Congressman Thomas Massie, a frequent critic, in Tuesday night's elections.

A Martínez

A Martínez is one of the hosts of Morning Edition and Up First. He came to NPR in 2021 and is based out of NPR West.

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