Trump owns the GOP. Could Republicans pay the price in the midterms?
Donald Trump continues to exert significant influence over the Republican Party, showcasing his endorsement power by achieving a perfect record in recent GOP primaries. His backing led to the ousting of several incumbents, including Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky. However, this heavy-handed approach may have repercussions for Republicans as they prepare for the upcoming midterm elections.
- ▪Trump-backed candidates went 37-0 in the recent GOP primaries.
- ▪Ed Gallrein defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in a high-profile primary race in Kentucky.
- ▪Trump's influence could pose challenges for Republicans defending their majorities in the midterms.
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Midterm Elections Trump owns the GOP. Could Republicans pay the price in the midterms? Trump-backed Gallrein ousted Rep Thomas Massie in Kentucky while Trump allies warn those who cross the president By Paul Steinhauser Fox News Published May 20, 2026 8:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video President Trump predicts Paxton win in Texas President Donald Trump predicted that Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton, who he has endorsed, will win the U.S. Senate race in Texas NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! President Donald Trump took to social media on Wednesday morning to showcase the power of his political endorsements, touting that the candidates he backed went 37-0 in Tuesday's GOP primaries from coast to coast.
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