Bill Cassidy Faces Donald Trump's Impeachment Revenge
Summary
Senator Bill Cassidy is likely to finish third in Louisiana's Republican Senate primary despite trying to align himself closely with President Donald Trump. Cassidy’s 2021 vote to convict Trump during his second impeachment trial has caused lasting damage to his support among Republican voters in the state.Key Facts
- Bill Cassidy voted to convict President Trump during the 2021 impeachment trial after the Capitol riot.
- Louisiana Republican voters view Cassidy’s impeachment vote as a rejection of Trump personally.
- Cassidy tried to rebuild support by backing Trump’s policies and nominees and spent most of his campaign funds on advertising.
- Polls show Cassidy trailing behind Julia Letlow, who is endorsed by Trump, and John Fleming.
- Louisiana Republican Party censured Cassidy in 2021 and has not reversed that decision.
- Trump has campaigned actively against Cassidy and remains popular with about 80% approval among Louisiana Republicans.
- Cassidy’s efforts to gain back trust have not convinced primary voters to support him.
- The primary is seen as a test of loyalty to President Trump over other conservative beliefs.
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