Ousted Senate Republican digs in against Trump, takes jab at leadership style
Senator Bill Cassidy, who was ousted in a primary by a Trump-backed candidate, has publicly criticized President Trump’s leadership style. Cassidy emphasized the need for steady and thoughtful leadership, contrasting it with what he described as erratic behavior. His comments come as he prepares to exit Congress, signaling a potential shift in GOP dynamics.
- ▪Senator Bill Cassidy was defeated in a primary by a Trump-backed opponent.
- ▪Cassidy has criticized Trump's leadership style, calling for steadiness and thoughtfulness.
- ▪He has publicly broken with Trump on key policy issues, including the Iran war.
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Politics Ousted Senate Republican digs in against Trump, takes jab at leadership style Senator Bill Cassidy said leaders should be 'steady, not erratic' in an apparent jab at the president By Alex Miller Fox News Published May 26, 2026 2:30pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Sen. Bill Cassidy ousted in Louisiana primary by Trump-backed opponent Fox News senior correspondent Jonathan Serrie reports on the primary defeat of Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-La., whose loss signals President Donald Trump’s strong grip on the GOP following the senator's 2021 impeachment vote.
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