Editor Daily Rundown: Bill Cassidy Loses GOP Primary After Voting To Convict Trump
Bill Cassidy, a Republican senator from Louisiana, lost his primary election after voting to convict Donald Trump during his impeachment trial. This decision appears to have significantly impacted his support among GOP voters. Trump's influence remains strong within the party, as evidenced by Cassidy's defeat.
- ▪Bill Cassidy was ousted from the GOP primary in Louisiana.
- ▪He had previously voted to convict Donald Trump during his impeachment trial.
- ▪Cassidy's loss highlights Trump's continued influence over Republican voters.
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Editorial Editor Daily Rundown: Bill Cassidy Loses GOP Primary After Voting To Convict Trump (Photo by Andrew Harnik/Getty Images) Vince Coglianese Editorial Director May 18, 2026 11:58 AM ET May 18, 2026 11:58 AM ET Vince Coglianese Editorial Director Font Size: LOUISIANA REPUBLICANS GIVE BILL CASSIDY THE BOOT … FOX: Trump scores major Republican primary victory as Cassidy ousted in Louisiana Five and a half years ago after he voted to convict President Donald Trump in his impeachment trial, GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana was sent packing by Republican voters as he ran for re-election. Tags : 2026 midterms bill cassidy donald trump louisiana republican primary republicans Scroll down for comments
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