Kornacki: Rep. Thomas Massie’s loss shows that when Trump ‘wants you out, you're out’
Rep. Thomas Massie was defeated in the primary elections by Ed Gallrein, a candidate backed by former President Trump. NBC News analysts discussed the implications of this result on Trump's influence in Republican primaries. The analysis highlights the significant role Trump plays in determining candidate success within the party.
- ▪Rep. Thomas Massie lost to Trump-backed candidate Ed Gallrein in the primary elections.
- ▪NBC News analysts examined the impact of Trump's endorsement on Republican candidates.
- ▪The discussion emphasized Trump's continuing influence over the Republican primary races.
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| Publication time | Wed, 20 May 2026 20:25:28 GMT |
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NBC News Chief Data Analyst Steve Kornacki joins Meet the Press NOW to break down the results from Tuesday's primary elections after Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) was defeated by Trump-backed candidate Ed Gallrein. NBC News correspondents Julie Tsirkin and Garrett Haake along with NBC News reporters Ben Kamisar and Bridget Bowman discuss President Trump’s influence over the Republican primary races.May 20, 2026
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