Overview
- On Truth Social, Trump claimed Massie "became a Liberal" because his new wife is a "Radical Left flamethrower," called him disloyal, and urged voters to defeat him "BIG."
- Trump praised Ed Gallrein as a "HIGH QUALITY" alternative, highlighting the retired Navy SEAL and farmer as his preferred candidate in Kentucky’s 4th District.
- Massie responded that his wife voted for Trump three times and said she encouraged his push on Epstein records, pointing to recent Justice Department releases of 3 million additional documents and videos.
- Reporters and conservatives disputed Trump’s portrayal of Carolyn Grace Moffa, noting she previously worked for Sen. Rand Paul, while Marjorie Taylor Greene defended Massie and criticized GOP silence.
- Outside spending is forming around the race, including support from pro‑Trump and pro‑Israel donors backing efforts to unseat Massie, with the GOP primary set for May 19.