Massie Loses Kentucky Primary, Trump Backs Paxton, Tyler Robinson Back in Court: AM Update 5/20

In a dramatic turn of events, Kentucky Republicans have ousted incumbent Congressman Thomas Massey in a fiercely contested primary, delivering a major win for President Trump's influence within the GOP. Massey, who had broken with Trump on key issues including foreign aid and military action, was defeated by former Navy SEAL Ed Galrine, whom Trump endorsed and praised as a 'great patriot.' The race became the most expensive House primary in U.S. history, with over $32 million spent—$10.9 million supporting Galrine and $7.9 million attacking Massey. Pro-Israel groups like AIPAC and the Republican Jewish Coalition poured millions into the race, accusing Massey of anti-Semitism for opposing foreign aid, though he denied the charge. Meanwhile, Trump made a high-stakes endorsement of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton over incumbent Senator John Cornyn in a runoff that could shape Senate control. Cornyn responded by emphasizing his record of 99% alignment with Trump, while Paxton's campaign faces scrutiny over ethics scandals. In legal news, Tyler Robinson’s defense team is fighting to restrict media access to his preliminary hearing in the Charlie Kirk murder case, citing prejudicial leaks from a controversial ATF report. The judge will rule on access and a potential gag order violation in June.