Pete Hegseth gives Trump impersonation to bash Biden-era military policy and rally for MAGA candidate in Kentucky Hegseth’s stop is the latest effort by Trump allies to take out Rep. Thomas Massie The Independent UK · May 18
Pete Hegseth brought his ‘warrior’ ethos to Kentucky campaign stop. But don’t worry, it’s definitely not a legal issue COMMENTARY: While opening with a disclaimer about not violating the Hatch Act, Pete Hegseth then did a very strange speech in favor of Trump’s MAGA candidate in Kentucky’s Republican primary, writes Holly Baxter The Independent UK · May 18
Drowned out: Wind makes life challenging for Pete Hegseth at military event ‘What the hell does he have in his hair? Not one piece is moving,’ wrote one commenter The Independent UK · May 18
Tuesday’s primary vote will help determine more than control of Congress. It can have a lasting impact on the nation ANALYSIS: Races in Kentucky, Pennsylvania and Georgia might determine control of the House, Senate - and maybe the future of the White House, Eric Garcia writes The Independent UK · May 18
‘They’re desperate’: Thomas Massie heard Trump call him the worst Republican in history on Sunday and took it as a sign he’s winning Tuesday’s primary He is not losing faith. We Got This Covered · May 18
Massie Taunts Trump 'Losing Sleep' and AIPAC Over Emergency $3M Cash Injection to Save Failing Kentucky Campaign Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massie faces intense attacks from Donald Trump and significant financial opposition in a record-breaking primary, using the attention to bolster his fundraising efforts. International Business Times UK · May 18
Thomas Massie's Moment Has Come Plus: Ed Gallrein won't talk about his background, and Sen. Bill Cassidy bites the dust. Reason · May 18
First Thing: Trump warns ‘clock is ticking’ for Iran to secure peace deal US president says there ‘won’t be anything left’ of country if it does not reach agreement. Plus, how to become emotionally mature at any age The Guardian - UK · May 18
‘Disrespectful to your President, ME!’: Trump unleashes every weapon in his armada to take down ‘disloyal’ Thomas Massie Trump is willing to burn bridges to take Massie down. We Got This Covered · May 18
Trump news at a glance: Republicans pledge to secure funding for White House ballroom Senate parliamentarian ruled a proposal to fund $1bn in security additions for the White House failed to meet procedural rules. Key US politics stories from Sunday 17 May 2026 at a glance The Guardian - US · May 18
Trump attacks Massie as Republican critic describes ‘desperate’ attempts to oust him in primary US president writes ‘vote the bum out’ as congressman faces close race against Trump-endorsed Republican The Guardian - US · May 17
‘Doesn’t even try to hide his corruption’: Three-time Trump voter scorches ‘worst president ever’ The former supporter said he now regrets voting for President Donald Trump in 2016, 2020 and 2024 The Independent UK · May 17
Trump tells voters to ouster ‘bum’ Thomas Massie after Bill Cassidy’s defeat: ‘Worst Republican Congressman in history!’ Trump used the defeat of Sen. Bill Cassidy to urge voters to turn their backs on another one of his enemies, Rep. Thomas Massie The Independent UK · May 17
Trump slams congresswoman and former ally Lauren Boebert as ‘weak minded’ IN FULL The Independent UK · May 17
International Business Times UK · May 17 Trump Declares Sacked Senator's Career 'OVER!' — But Defiant Bill Cassidy Fires Back, Calling Him 'Not Qualified' Senator Bill Cassidy's primary defeat in Louisiana highlights Donald Trump's continued sway over the Republican Party as candidates loyal to him advance, marking the end of Cassidy's political career.
International Business Times UK · May 17 Trump Calls Boebert 'Weak-Minded' and Vows to Back Her Primary Challenger After She Sided With the Epstein Files Push Donald Trump criticised Lauren Boebert, calling her 'weak-minded' and saying he would seek a primary challenger in Colorado, following her support for a bipartisan petition on Epstein files, straining their alliance.
The Independent UK · May 17 Trump lashes out at ‘weak minded’ Lauren Boebert after MAGA congresswoman defends Thomas Massie The president rages at his ‘carpetbagger’ ally who supports embattled Kentucky congressman facing high-stake primary election
The Guardian - US · May 16 Can a Republican defy Donald Trump and survive? Kentucky voters will decide Congressman Thomas Massie, chastized by the US president as a ‘lowlife’, will soon face the ballot box – setting up a crucial test of Trump’s political strength
The Times of India · May 15 What happened between Benny Johnson and Marjorie Taylor Greene? YouTuber faces grifting accusations during Thomas Massie controversy Benny Johnson and Marjorie Taylor Greene became involved in a major online feud after Greene criticized Johnson’s YouTube coverage of hush-money allegations against Thomas Massie. The fight quickly turned personal, with both accusing each other of dishonesty and propaganda. Meanwhile, Massie strongly denied the accusations, calling them false and politically…
Reason · May 15 Thomas Massie's Enemies Are Attacking Him With an Unfair Accusation Partisan political actors have seized on a vague and unsupported "hush money" allegation.
Reason · May 14 CIA Whistleblower Reveals COVID Lab Leak Cover-Up Robby Soave and Christian Britschgi discuss the latest developments on the origins of COVID-19 and also the flimsy accusations against Rep. Thomas Massie.
The Guardian - US · May 14 Rand Paul’s son apologizes for antisemitic and anti-gay rant after accosting lawmaker In apology, William Paul said he had had ‘too much to drink’ and the things he said ‘don’t represent who I really am’
The Guardian - US · May 13 Top Democrat calls newly confirmed Fed chair Kevin Warsh a ‘sock puppet’ for Trump – as it happened Elizabeth Warren condemns confirmation of Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve; John Fetterman was lone Democrat to support the nomination
The Independent UK · May 13 Sen. Rand Paul’s son ‘seeking help’ after drunken bar rant about ‘Jews’ to NY congressman Jews are ‘anti-American,’ former House staffer and son of sitting senator rants to prominent congressman, in front of reporter at D.C. bar
Axios · May 13 Thomas Massie's ex accuses him of hush money offer "You're not going to make a difference. Just walk away," she said Massie told her.