Rep. Thomas Massie’s (R-KY) campaign sent a misleading text to Kentucky voters on Tuesday, the day of his primary, that implied President Donald Trump supports the incumbent when that is clearly not the case.
The text featured Trump’s 2022 endorsement of Massie, who has frequently opposed the president’s agenda in Congress.
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“Congressman Thomas Massie is a Conservative Warrior for Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District!” Trump said in part at the time. “Strong on the Border and our Military and Vets, Thomas Massie has my Complete and Total Endorsement!”
Trump is backing former Navy SEAL officer Ed Gallrein to unseat Massie in the midterm elections this year.
The text ended with a statement that Massie’s campaign paid for the message on primary day, according to Washington Examiner reporter Salena Zito.
The Washington Examiner contacted Massie’s campaign for comment to clear up the confusion.
The seven-term congressman is trying to hold on to his seat
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