Transcript: Sen. Bill Cassidy on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan," June 28, 2026

Key Points:

• Senator Bill Cassidy changed his stance on the War Powers Act after receiving a detailed briefing on U.S. objectives in Iran, acknowledging progress on degrading Iran's nuclear and military capabilities but noting regime change is off the table.
• Cassidy criticized the Trump administration's lack of transparency with Congress, emphasizing the need for lawmakers to be fully briefed to make informed decisions, and expressed skepticism about President Trump's approach to leadership and congressional relations.
• On healthcare, Cassidy prioritizes affordability and transparency, advocating for policies like direct cash support to families for insurance costs and improved price transparency tools, while also focusing on Social Security reform and dyslexia support legislation.
• Cassidy expressed strong concerns about public health under the current administration, particularly vaccine skepticism promoted by HHS Secretary Bobby Kennedy, which he says has contributed to measles outbreaks and undermined trust in immunization efforts.
• Reflecting on his political future and legacy, Cassidy acknowledged his recent primary defeat influenced by President Trump's endorsement of a challenger, but remains committed to public service and hopes to continue advocating for health and education reforms beyond the Senate.