Trump has ‘alienated’ voters ahead of midterms, Thomas Massie warns after primary loss
Thomas Massie, a Republican congressman from Kentucky, has warned that Donald Trump's actions have alienated many voters ahead of the upcoming midterm elections. After losing his primary race to a Trump-backed challenger, Massie expressed concerns about the potential consequences for the Republican Party in November. He highlighted a growing discontent among constituents who feel disenfranchised by the current administration's agenda.
- ▪Thomas Massie was ousted in a primary race against a candidate supported by Donald Trump.
- ▪He warned that Trump's actions have led to 'Trump disappointment syndrome' among voters.
- ▪Massie believes that significant constituencies have been alienated, which could cost the party in the midterms.
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- ▪ Rep. Thomas Massie warns GOP will be ‘very vulnerable’ in the midterms — NBC News — Politics
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Thomas Massie speaks with supporters after his concession speech on 19 May in Hebron, Kentucky. Photograph: Jon Cherry/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenThomas Massie speaks with supporters after his concession speech on 19 May in Hebron, Kentucky. Photograph: Jon Cherry/Getty ImagesUS politicsTrump has ‘alienated’ voters ahead of midterms, Thomas Massie warns after primary lossOusted Republican congressman says his party is facing ‘Trump disappointment syndrome’ over president’s agendaJosé OlivaresSun 24 May 2026 12.49 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleDonald Trump’s Republican party is on course for a damaging rejection at the ballot box in November, according to a maverick US congressman ousted by a challenger handpicked by the president.Thomas Massie, a Republican from Kentucky,…
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