Trump brands Kentucky GOP Reps Massie and Paul "RINOs," escalating GOP divisions ahead of 2026 midterms.

Donald Trump has publicly labeled Kentucky Republicans Thomas Massie and Rand Paul as "RINOs" in a series of Truth Social posts, intensifying internal GOP tensions ahead of the 2026 midterms. The criticism comes amid pressure from a Trump-aligned super PAC pushing for more ideologically rigid candidates, reflecting broader party divisions over loyalty, immigration, foreign policy, and election integrity. While specific policy disagreements were not detailed, the attacks highlight Trump’s ongoing effort to shape the Republican Party’s direction.