**FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE**

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

WASHINGTON, D.C. (NewsWire) — Representative Thomas Massie (R-KY) has recorded a significant shift in his approval ratings among constituents in Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District, according to data released Tuesday.

WHO: Congressman Thomas Massie, a six-term Republican known for his libertarian-leaning votes and frequent opposition to bipartisan spending packages.

WHAT: A new district-wide poll conducted by a nonpartisan research firm indicates a 12-point increase in Massie’s “strong disapproval” rating over the past six months. The survey also shows a 5-point decline in his “strong approval” number, resulting in a net-negative favorability rating of -7 for the first time in his tenure.

WHEN: The poll was conducted between January 28 and February 1, 2025.

WHERE: Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District, which covers suburban and rural areas north and east of Louisville, including parts of Boone, Kenton, and Campbell counties.

WHY: The data suggests the shift is driven by two primary factors: Massie’s recent vote against the “Critical Infrastructure Modernization Act” and his public opposition to a proposed rural broadband expansion grant program. Local political analysts note that both measures were viewed as high-priority by the district’s business and agricultural communities, which have historically supported the congressman.

CONTEXT: Massie’s office has not issued a formal statement on the polling data. However, a staffer familiar with internal strategy indicated the congressman is “aware of the numbers” and plans to hold a series of town halls in March to address district concerns. Political observers will be watching closely to determine whether this trend is a temporary fluctuation or a precursor to a more competitive primary challenge in 2026.