Ed Gallrein

Ed Gallrein, a retired Navy SEAL captain, combat veteran, fifth-generation Kentucky farmer and owner of Circle G Farm, is a Republican challenging Rep. Thomas Massie in KY-4's 2026 primary with Trump's endorsement. A Murray State agriculture graduate with leadership certifications, he leads veterans' groups and raised $1.2M in late 2025 for America First priorities like tax cuts and energy dominance.