Rep. Thomas Massie is engaged in a solitary, costly effort to resist Donald Trump's influence, reflecting his history of maverick positions. That fight has escalated into a close, record-settingly expensive House primary against a Trump-endorsed opponent, increasing Massie's political isolation and financial pressure. The race serves as a high-profile litmus test for whether nonconformist Republicans can survive targeted challenges.
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