Trump Attacks Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie

By Jim Mishler | Monday, 03 November 2025 05:17 PM EST
President Donald Trump took to Truth Social on Monday to attack Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., calling him a “Third Rate Congressman” and accusing the lawmaker of being a “Weak and Pathetic RINO from the Great Commonwealth of Kentucky.” Trump claimed Massie must be removed from office “ASAP,” asserting that Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District voters have given him a mandate to “MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN.” The president endorsed Navy SEAL, Army Ranger, and Fifth Generation Kentucky Farmer Captain Ed Gallrein as the ideal replacement, describing him as a “true America First Patriot” with the qualifications to “Defend our Country, Support our Military/Veterans, and Ensure PEACE THROUGH STRENGTH.” Trump highlighted Gallrein’s background as a “Brave Combat Veteran” and successful businessman, claiming he understands how to “Create GREAT Jobs, Cut Taxes and Regulations, Promote MADE IN THE U.S.A., Support our Amazing Farmers and American Agriculture, Unleash American Energy Dominance, and Champion our Nation’s Golden Age.” The president criticized Massie for opposing Trump-endorsed legislation, including the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” and for his “outspoken independence from Trump’s agenda.” Trump also cited Massie’s criticism of military actions against Iran as a factor in their public rift.