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Thomas Massie’s Ex Accuses Him of Hush Money Offer

West says Massie offered $5,000 and a $60,000 settlement with an NDA after she planned to file a complaint, according to a posted interview.

  • Cynthia West, a former congressional aide, alleges Kentucky Republican Thomas Massie offered her $5,000 to drop a wrongful termination complaint against Indiana Republican Representative Victoria Spartz. Massie's campaign denies the claims as "last minute dirty tricks."
  • West worked in Spartz's office from December 2024 to March 2025 after Massie secured her position. Following their "intense" relationship, West claims Massie became "emotionally abusive" before she was fired via text message.
  • The Office of Congressional Workplace Rights offered West a $60,000 settlement requiring a Non-Disclosure Agreement, which she refused. West also declined Massie's "cow money" offer, stating "What kind of person would I be if I did this when I have the ability to teach the culture."
  • These allegations surface days before Massie faces a primary against Trump-endorsed challenger Ed Gallrein. Massie previously attributed his election difficulties to criticisms of U.S. support for Israel and clashes with the Trump administration.
  • West is running for the Okaloosa County School Board in Florida, claiming she campaigns against the toxic political environment she experienced. Political ally Steven Doan noted the "absence of any specific, verifiable allegations" against Massie.
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