Ed Gallrein, a former Navy SEAL endorsed by President Donald Trump, defeated seven-term Rep. Thomas Massie in Kentucky's 4th Congressional District Republican primary on Tuesday. The Associated Press called the race for Gallrein, marking a significant victory for the president in his efforts to oust perceived critics within the party.
The contest became the most expensive House primary in U.S. history, with total spending exceeding $32 million according to AdImpact. Pro-Gallrein groups, including pro-Israel super PACs and a Trump-aligned committee, poured in tens of millions to target Massie over his opposition to the president's agenda, including votes against the One Big Beautiful Bill and efforts related to the Jeffrey Epstein files.
