Lindsey Graham warns Republicans, Democrats trying to 'destroy' Trump is a losing game after Cassidy defeat
Senator Lindsey Graham stated that the primary defeat of Senator Bill Cassidy illustrates the consequences for Republicans who oppose Donald Trump. Graham emphasized that there is little tolerance within the GOP for those who undermine Trump's agenda. He warned that similar political repercussions could await other Republicans who align with Democrats against Trump.
- ▪Senator Bill Cassidy lost his primary after voting to convict Trump during the 2021 impeachment trial.
- ▪Lindsey Graham argued that Republicans who oppose Trump will face political fallout from GOP voters.
- ▪Graham warned that aligning with Democrats against Trump could lead to electoral losses for Republican lawmakers.
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Media Lindsey Graham warns Republicans, Democrats trying to 'destroy' Trump is a losing game after Cassidy defeat Cassidy was one of seven Republican senators who voted to convict Trump after the Jan. 6 Capitol protests By CJ Womack Fox News Published May 17, 2026 7:00pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Lindsey Graham says Bill Cassidy lost for trying to ‘destroy’ Trump Sen. Lindsey Graham said Sen. Bill Cassidy’s primary loss shows Republicans who oppose President Donald Trump or his agenda risk political fallout inside today’s GOP. NEWYou can now listen to Fox News articles! Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., said Sunday that the primary defeat of Louisiana Sen.
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