Trump Backs a Potential Primary Challenger to Bill Cassidy, a G.O.P. Senator
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- President Trump endorsed Representative Julia Letlow as a potential primary challenger to Senator Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, who voted to convict Trump in his second impeachment trial.
- Letlow, who won a special election in 2021 after her husband died from COVID-19, has not officially entered the Senate race, but Trump pledged full support if she runs.
- The endorsement risks straining Trump's relationship with Senate Republicans, including Majority Leader John Thune, who urged Trump to back Cassidy due to his role in health care legislation.
- Senator Cassidy responded by reaffirming his re-election campaign and expressing confidence in defeating Letlow if she runs.
- This development highlights ongoing tensions within the Republican Party ahead of upcoming elections.
