Rep. Thomas Massie declined to say whether he will support the Republican presidential nominee in 2028, according to The Gateway Pundit (TGP). TGP reporter Myles Morell, who said he attended the press conference, asked Massie to commit to the eventual GOP nominee and avoid acting as a spoiler. Morell reported that Massie waved his hand and replied, “that’s a different conversation,” before moving to the next question. Morell posted video of the exchange on Nov. 9, 2026 (link: https://t.co/hlib8waKfA).
Libertarian rumors frame the question
TGP introduced the question amid “rumors of Libertarians recruiting him to run and play spoiler so the GOP cannot win,” as the outlet characterized it. The report did not provide confirmation of any recruitment beyond citing those rumors.
Impeachment push on Hegseth stalls
TGP reported that Massie first introduced articles of impeachment in September against Pete Hegseth—whom the outlet referred to as “Secretary of War”—over Hegseth’s handling of what TGP called the “War in Iran.” After Congress returned, Massie revived the effort, but TGP says the House rejected the impeachment inquiry and sent it back to committee. According to TGP, Massie was the only House Republican to vote in favor, and seven House Republicans did not vote.
Past win, future options (per TGP)
TGP credited Massie with moving the Epstein Files Transparency Act to President Trump’s desk, saying it was signed into law. The outlet also stated that Massie lost a primary earlier this year and floated possibilities for his next step, including a 2027 run for Kentucky governor, a 2028 presidential bid, or attempting to regain his former House seat.
All details above are drawn from TGP’s reporting and the linked video post by its reporter.
