Thomas Massie reports campaign cash haul after broadsides from Trump
Rep. Thomas Massie, R-Ky., has seen a surge in campaign donations, with $177,394 pouring in from supporters in recent days. The congressman took to his campaign X account to express gratitude to the 1,900 donors who contributed to his re-election bid. Massie emphasized the importance of ensuring that American interests are represented in Congress, rather than being swayed by foreign lobbyists.
The financial support for Massie comes in the midst of President Donald Trump targeting the lawmaker on Truth Social. Trump’s criticism of Massie has not had the anticipated effect of diminishing fundraising efforts, as Massie has actually seen an uptick in donations. Massie clarified that while many of his donors also support Trump, they believe in the importance of congressional independence and representing the interests of their districts.
The American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC) responded to Massie’s comments by accusing him of questioning the patriotism of millions of American citizens who support the organization. AIPAC spokesperson Marshall Wittman criticized Massie for his opposition to a strong U.S.-Israel relationship and accused him of aligning with progressive lawmakers like Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Bernie Sanders.
In response, Massie reiterated his stance on prioritizing America first policies and criticized AIPAC’s agenda of foreign aid and military involvement in the Middle East. He pointed out that AIPAC had spent significant resources opposing him in previous election cycles and threatened to do so again in the current one.
Massie’s decision to vote against the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and his criticism of Trump’s actions against Iran have drawn the ire of the president. Trump has launched a campaign to oust Massie from office, labeling him a “pathetic LOSER” and endorsing a primary challenger. Despite Trump’s attacks, Massie remains steadfast in his commitment to representing the interests of his constituents and upholding the Constitution.
As the political drama unfolds, Massie continues to rally support from his base and push back against efforts to undermine his re-election bid. The congressman remains focused on his mission to serve the people of Kentucky and uphold the principles of American sovereignty and independence.
