Jack Dorsey Backs Thomas Massey for President
Jack Dorsey has thrown his support behind Kentucky Congressman Thomas Massey as a presidential candidate. This unexpected endorsement stirred up excitement on social media, reflecting the billionaire’s increasing interest in anti-establishment politics.
The co-founder of Twitter and CEO of Block shared a simple six-word message on X: “@RepThomasMassie for president.”
Within hours, the tweet accumulated millions of views and ignited reactions from various political groups, including Libertarians, Trump supporters, and progressives who are trying to make sense of Dorsey’s recent moves.
Massey, known for his independent streak and frequent disagreements with party leaders, quickly acknowledged the support. “I doubt I’ll run for president, but I appreciate @jack’s support,” he tweeted, adding a note about wanting more diverse voices in Congress that don’t strictly adhere to party lines.
This brief exchange quickly became a hot topic of discussion, highlighting the intriguing alliance between the tech mogul and the rural engineer-turned-congressman.
At 54, Massey represents Kentucky’s 4th Congressional District and is often viewed as one of the most independent-minded lawmakers in Washington.
He graduated from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology with degrees in electrical and mechanical engineering and co-founded SensAble Technologies, a startup focused on haptic technology, which allows users to “feel” virtual objects.
After returning to Kentucky, Massey built an off-grid home powered by renewable energy and eventually won a special election for Congress in 2012.
Throughout his political career, he has served on the Transportation and Judiciary committees, frequently opposing significant spending packages and bipartisan legislation that he considers unconstitutional or financially irresponsible.
His willingness to stray from his party line and even diverge from President Donald Trump has brought him both accolades and some isolation within the Republican party.
Dorsey, 48, has similarly followed an independent path in tech. After co-founding Twitter in 2006 and stepping down as CEO in 2021, he has advocated for decentralization, free speech, and cryptocurrencies as solutions to government and corporate overreach.
In recent years, he’s supported a range of anti-establishment candidates, including Democratic independent Robert F. Kennedy Jr., former Democratic candidate Andrew Yang, and current Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard.
Dorsey’s endorsement of Massa—a Republican—illustrates his growing alignment with liberal and independent voices. He has consistently conveyed skepticism toward centralized power, both in Silicon Valley and Washington.
Dorsey’s post endorsing Massey attracted over 3 million views by Monday morning, solidifying its impact in the political conversation.
