Rep. Thomas Massie becomes latest GOP incumbent to fall in primary after Trump backs challenger

TL;DR

Ed Gallrein, endorsed by Donald Trump, defeated Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District Republican primary.
Massie, who has had public disagreements with Trump, conceded the race.
Trump allies, including Chris LaCivita and Steven Cheung, celebrated Massie's defeat as a show of Trump's political power.
The race was reportedly the most expensive House primary in history, with significant spending from pro-Israel interest groups.
Massie cited his opposition to legislation supported by Trump and most congressional Republicans, as well as his stance on foreign policy and the Epstein files, as reasons for his challenge.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth campaigned for Gallrein, emphasizing loyalty to Trump.
House Speaker Mike Johnson declined to endorse Massie, noting Massie's past criticism of him and the need for reliable votes.

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