Trump calls Thomas Massie ‘unreliable’ ahead of Kentucky primary: ‘Get this loser out of politics’
WASHINGTON, DC: President Donald Trump, in the early hours of Sunday, May 17, strongly criticized Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie in a statement, calling him "the worst and most unreliable Republican Congressman in the history of our Country," as he urged voters to replace him in the upcoming primary election slated for Tuesday, May 19.
Trump's statement emphasized the importance of party loyalty and strongly endorsed challenger Ed Gallrein to represent the Commonwealth of Kentucky.
Tom Massie of Kentucky, the worst and most unreliable Republican Congressman in the history of our Country, is an even bigger insult to our Nation than Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, who suffered an unprecedented loss tonight by not even being allowed to run in the Republican… pic.twitter.com/KmEM5I5EIr
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Trump attacks Thomas Massie ahead of Kentucky primary
In his statement, President Trump contrasted the Kentucky lawmaker with other congressional figures, expressing strong disapproval of his legislative track record.
Trump stated that "Tom Massie of Kentucky, the worst and most unreliable Congressman in the history of our Country, is an even bigger insult to our Nation than Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, who suffered an unprecedented loss tonight by not even being allowed to run in the Republican Primary."
Trump linked these political outcomes to past congressional actions, noting that this outcome is "what you get by voting to Impeach an innocent man, especially one who made it possible for Bill Cassidy’s Senate win."
Further comparing the two lawmakers, Trump added that while Cassidy was "very disloyal, but Tom Massie, a major Sleazebag, is even worse!"
Trump urges Kentucky voters to oust Thomas Massie
Furthermore, President Trump directed his message to voters ahead of the upcoming election, calling for the incumbent to be replaced at the polls.
Trump stated, "Kentucky, get this LOSER out of politics in Tuesday’s Election."
He also criticized the representative's voting record and political alignment within the state delegation, noting that Massie "is nicknamed Rand Paul Jr, another real “beauty,” because of his absolutely terrible voting habits."
Trump backs Ed Gallrein in Kentucky primary race
To fill the seat, President Trump offered a full endorsement of primary challenger Ed Gallrein, highlighting his background and motivations for entering the race.
Trump urged citizens to "Vote for Ed Gallrein, a successful Kentucky farmer, and American War Hero, who only ran because he thought that Massie was so disloyal and disrespectful to your president, ME!"
Trump concluded his statement by praising Gallrein's qualifications and referencing his own electoral success in the state, writing, "This is a great man, Central Casting, in fact, who truly deserves to represent the fantastic people of Kentucky, a Commonwealth that I am proud to have won all three times, in record fashion! ED WILL NEVER LET YOU DOWN. MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN!"
