A Trump Dissenter Fights for His Political Life
Summary
The Daily examines the high-stakes Kentucky primary between incumbent Thomas Massie and Trump-backed challenger Ed Galrin. Correspondent Robert Draper reports from the field, contrasting Massie’s defiant independence with Galrin’s pledge of total loyalty to the president. The episode explores whether Republican voters will prioritize party discipline over local representation as Trump attempts to enforce ideological conformity within his party.
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Trump's primary challenge to Rep. Thomas Massie
Why the Kentucky primary is a test of Trump's power
Massie's defiance on spending and Epstein files
Town hall: Voters grapple with loyalty to Trump vs. Massie
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Ed Galrin's campaign and loyalty to Trump
Implications for the Republican Party and midterms
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