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Thomas Massie talks about his ‘biggest crime,’ future political plans on ‘Meet the Press’

Outgoing Republican Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie said Sunday his efforts to force the release of Department of Justice files related to registered sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were what prompted establishment politicians in Washington to seek his ouster.

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What happened After losing his bid for reelection last week, U. S. Rep. Thomas Massie said his “biggest crime” was showing that bipartisan work can be done in modern American politics.
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Left / center-leftTrump has ‘alienated’ voters ahead of midterms, warns ousted Republican Thomas Massie

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Right / center-rightThomas Massie Pinpoints Moment When Swamp’s Knives Came Out Against Him

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Independent Journal ReviewNews report · May 24, 4:01 PM

Thomas Massie Pinpoints Moment When Swamp’s Knives Came Out Against Him

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Outgoing Republican Kentucky Rep. Thomas Massie said Sunday his efforts to force the release of Department of Justice files related to registered sex offender Jeffrey Epstein were what prom...

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100 Percent Fed UpNews report · May 24, 10:51 PM

WATCH: Thomas Massie Asked If He’s Considering Future White House Run

During an appearance on NBC News’ Meet the Press, Rep. Thomas Massie (R-KY) would not rule out a potential 2028 presidential bid. […]

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Pittsburgh Tribune ReviewNews report · May 24, 9:52 PM

Thomas Massie talks about his ‘biggest crime,’ future political plans on ‘Meet the Press’

After losing his bid for reelection last week, U. S. Rep. Thomas Massie said his “biggest crime” was showing that bipartisan work can be done in modern American politics.

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The Guardian USNews report · May 24, 4:49 PM

Trump has ‘alienated’ voters ahead of midterms, warns ousted Republican Thomas Massie

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GOP congressman says his party is set to count cost of ‘Trump disappointment syndrome’ after primary defeat Donald Trump ’s Republican party is on course for a damaging rejection at the bal...

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Daily CallerNews report · May 24, 3:50 PM

Thomas Massie Pinpoints Moment When Swamp’s Knives Came Out Against Him

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