Trump's Iron Fist: The Ousting of Thomas Massie and What It Reveals About Republican Loyalty Thomas Massie, a seven term congressman from Kentucky, is facing a fierce challenge in Tuesday's GOP primary.
He defied Donald Trump on the Epstein files, forcing the release of secret documents related to the case.
In response, Trump has openly backed Massie's opponent, Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL with ties to the White House. This is not just another instance of Trump taking down a perceived enemy within his own party.