Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) said Rep. Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) supported ending the war with Iran, stopping aid to Israel and ending warrantless surveillance of Americans during a 20-minute conversation.
Massie Shares 20-Minute McConnell Conversation
On Tuesday, Massie shared a post on X saying, "I spoke to McConnell for about 20 minutes this morning."
He added that McConnell told him "we should end the war with Iran, quit giving aid to Israel, stop spying on Americans without a warrant, and he’s really sorry about how my primary turned out."
McConnell did not immediately respond to Benzinga’s request for comments.
I spoke to McConnell for about 20 minutes this morning.
— Thomas Massie (@RepThomasMassie) July 7, 2026
He said we should end the war with Iran, quit giving aid to Israel, stop spying on Americans without a warrant, and he’s really sorry about how my primary turned out.
McConnell Holds Calls With GOP Leaders
On Monday, McConnell spoke with Senate Majority Leader John Thune in a lengthy discussion that covered multiple issues, including national security, according to Thune’s spokesperson, ABC News reported.
He also had a 20-minute conversation with Senate Republican Whip John Barrasso on Tuesday, during which they discussed Senate races, allegations involving Maine Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner and national defense spending.
Conservative commentator Scott Jennings said he spoke with McConnell for nearly 20 minutes and discussed Iran, Ukraine, Maine developments and Senate history while McConnell continued his hospital recovery.
I spoke to my old friend Mitch McConnell this morning, the senior Senator from Kentucky. He’s still recovering in the hospital. We talked for just shy of 20 minutes … about IRAN, UKRAINE, the unfolding situation in MAINE, my visit to the TR Presidential Library, and even a…
— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsKY) July 7, 2026
Massie’s Primary Loss Shows Trump’s GOP Power
Massie had lost his Republican primary race in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District to Trump-backed candidate Ed Gallrein.
The defeat highlighted Trump’s influence among GOP voters and followed Massie’s disagreements with the president on issues including Iran policy, government transparency and tax legislation.
US Strikes Iran After Hormuz Attacks
U.S. Central Command confirmed on Tuesday that American forces launched strikes against Iran after attacks on commercial vessels in the Strait of Hormuz.
The military said the operation was intended to hold Iran accountable for targeting civilian crews and threatening maritime security.
On Monday, the strikes followed reports that Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) attacked three vessels in the strategic waterway, including missile strikes on two ships that caused significant damage but no reported casualties.
Officials warned that disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz could pose wider risks to global energy markets and security.
McConnell Hospitalized Amid Health Concerns
Last month, McConnell was admitted to a hospital, according to his spokesperson, who said he was "receiving excellent care" but did not provide details about his condition.
The 84-year-old former Senate GOP leader had faced several health issues in recent years.
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