UMVA has learned that Rep. Thomas Massie, a Republican from Kentucky, is leaving the door open for a potential presidential bid in 2028, despite his recent primary loss to a Trump-backed challenger.
Massie's comments came during an interview on a popular Sunday morning news program, where he was asked about his future plans. When asked if he would consider a run for the White House, Massie replied, "I will not rule out anything, and right now I'm not going to rule in anything."
The congressman, who has spent 14 years in Congress, said he's taking time to decide his next move. "I've spent the last five days on my farm with my grandkids and my cattle and my peach trees, and it's a pretty nice life," he said. "I don't know if I want to screw that up again."
Massie did make it clear that he plans to stay engaged in politics in some way, possibly from outside Washington, D.C. "I've been exposing what's going on in Washington, D.C. for years, and I'll keep doing it," he said.
When asked if he would run as a Republican, Massie again declined to rule out any possibility. "I won't rule out a run for county commissioner," he said, referencing a position he once held. "I used to be the County judge executive here. That was probably the best job I ever had in politics."
Massie's supporters have been urging him to consider a presidential run, with some chanting "President, President" at a recent rally. The congressman's decision to concede his primary race came after losing by roughly 10 points to his opponent.
Massie's future plans are still unclear, but one thing is certain: he will remain a significant figure in American politics. His comments have sparked intense speculation about his potential presidential ambitions.
