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60 Minutes · Full interview: GOP Rep. Thomas Massie on Israel, Trump and more ahead of Kentucky primary

  1. 1. Congressman Thomas Massie asserts his Kentucky primary campaign has strong grassroots momentum, fueled by thousands of small-dollar donations averaging $80.
  2. 2. Massie claims that the Kentucky congressional primary, now the most expensive House primary ever, is heavily influenced by pro-Israel groups attempting to buy the seat.
  3. 3. Massie advocates for an end to all foreign aid, including to Israel, Egypt, Syria, and Ukraine, believing no country should receive U.S. taxpayer dollars.
  4. 4. Massie reveals that while President Trump publicly criticizes him, he privately acknowledges Massie's intelligence and resilience.
  5. 5. Massie led the successful bipartisan effort to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which he credits with bringing significant accountability.
  6. 6. Massie defines being a Republican by upholding principles like transparency and opposing government surveillance, even when it conflicts with the party line or President Trump.
  7. 7. Massie vehemently denies accusations of anti-Semitism, stating that his criticism targets foreign policy and campaign finance, not Jewish people.
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