Republicans credit Trump for Cassidy’s defeat; Massie faces next test in Kentucky

By: Greg LaRose

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: May 17, 2026

Words: 590

Last Updated: 2 months ago

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U.S. Sen. Bill Cassidy’s feeble showing in Louisiana’s Republican primary cued up a chorus of allegiance to President Donald Trump from GOP figures on the Sunday morning talk show circuit, save for another incumbent who has dared to defy the party leader.

Cassidy finished third in behind Trump’s choice to replace him, U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow, and Louisiana Treasurer John Fleming, who will meet in a runoff next month to decide who advances to the …

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