Kentucky congressman expects no voter fallout for his role in attempt to oust House speaker
Time:2024-05-22 09:44:05 Source:worldViews(143)
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — Fresh off his role in a failed attempt to topple the House speaker, Republican Rep. Thomas Massie downplayed any political fallout back home in Kentucky as he looked to maintain his dominance in his solidly conservative district as Bluegrass State voters headed to the polls Tuesday.
The primary election lacks any marquee contest for statewide office, and the state’s top elections officer has predicted a light turnout.
The libertarian-minded Massie, known as an avid deficit hawk and gun-rights supporter, is being challenged by Eric Deters and Michael McGinnis in the 4th District’s GOP primary. The district stretches across northern Kentucky and encompasses a mix of rural and suburban voters.
Massie’s greatest notoriety has come from the times he defied his party’s leaders — from Donald Trump to House Speaker Mike Johnson — without so far being punished by his constituents.
Previous:Ecuador: Fire department honors five rescue dogs during retirement
Next:Scheffler back to work at Colonial and Stricker returns to Senior PGA in Michigan
You may also like
- Congo names third American in a foiled coup plot as mourners gather in Utah to remember plot leader
- VOX POPULI: Ruling may be near on how to best romanize Japanese
- Israeli parliament approves amended 2024 budget to fund Gaza war
- 'Barbie' makes history with $1 billion at the box office
- Georgia QB Jaden Rashada sues Florida coach, others over failed $14M NIL deal
- VOX POPULI: Nikkei index soars but real economy still feels sluggish
- China Taiwan update: War
- VOX POPULI: LDP lawmakers’ remarks about political funds create a paradox
- Haiti’s international airport reopens after gang violence