Trump’s ‘worst’ Republican critic loses most expensive House primary ever

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Coverage from ABC News, NPR, and France 24 all emphasize the significance of Trump's endorsement in these primaries, framing the event as a test of his influence. However, ABC News focuses more on the potential future of Republicans who…

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Trump’s ‘worst’ Republican critic loses most expensive House primary ever

Maverick Kentucky Congress member Thomas Massie defeated by challenger backed by president

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▪ Trump’s grip on the GOP on display in Kentucky as primaries are held in six states, in photos - AP News — Google News
▪ Trump's grip on the GOP on display in Kentucky as primaries are held in six states, in photos — ABC News — Politics
▪ WATCH: Primaries in 6 states test Trump’s grip on the GOP — ABC News — Top
▪ Kentucky primary tests Trump's hold on Republican base — France 24 (EN)
▪ Six states hold primaries on Tuesday, testing Trump's influence — NPR — Politics
▪ Trump’s Grip on the GOP Holds — The Dispatch

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