Trending Now - Thomas Massie Announces 2028 Congressional Campaign After Setback

WHO:

IJR - Republican Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie is involved in the congressional campaign.

Newsweek - Massie is a member of the House of Representatives.

WHAT:

IJR - Thomas Massie filed to run for his congressional seat in 2028.

Newsweek - Massie announced his filing for the 2028 campaign after losing his recent House primary.

WHERE:

IJR - The campaign is for a congressional seat in Kentucky.

WHEN:

IJR - Massie filed to run on a Sunday.

Newsweek - Massie announced the filing on Memorial Day.

WHY:

Newsweek - The announcement signals a potential political comeback for Massie after his primary loss.

HOW:

IJR - Massie’s primary loss was to a challenger backed by President Trump.

(UPDATED May 26, 2026 16:17 UTC)

Republican Kentucky Representative Thomas Massie has officially filed to run for his congressional seat in 2028, following a recent loss in his House primary. He announced this decision on Memorial Day, signaling a potential political comeback after being defeated by a challenger backed by Trump. Massie's campaign will focus on securing his position in Kentucky, aiming to regain the seat he currently holds.