After Defeat, Massie Opens Door to a 2028 Run. Which Office Is Unclear.
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Representative Thomas Massie, a prominent Republican critic of President Trump, lost his primary in Kentucky to a Trump-backed challenger but filed a statement of candidacy to raise funds for a potential 2028 run.
- Massie has not decided which office he might seek in 2028, stating he may run for the House or another position, including county commissioner.
- Known for his libertarian views and opposition to Trump’s policies, Massie was one of the few Republicans to vote against Trump’s One Big Beautiful Bill and has been vocal on issues like the Jeffrey Epstein files and the Iran war.
- Despite his primary loss, Massie delivered a defiant concession speech emphasizing a desire for principle-driven leadership over party loyalty.
- Senator Rand Paul, an ally of Massie, is also up for re-election in 2028 and is considering another presidential bid, highlighting a potential political landscape for 2028.