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60 Minutes · Full interview: GOP Rep. Thomas Massie on Israel, Trump and more ahead of Kentucky primary
- 1. Congressman Thomas Massie asserts his Kentucky primary campaign has strong grassroots momentum, fueled by thousands of small-dollar donations averaging $80.
- 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. 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. Massie reveals that while President Trump publicly criticizes him, he privately acknowledges Massie's intelligence and resilience.
- 5. Massie led the successful bipartisan effort to pass the Epstein Files Transparency Act, which he credits with bringing significant accountability.
- 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. Massie vehemently denies accusations of anti-Semitism, stating that his criticism targets foreign policy and campaign finance, not Jewish people.