Trump exacts revenge on Bill Cassidy by backing possible Republican challenger

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Olivia EmpsonJanuary 18, 2026 at 07:47 PM

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Donald Trump has endorsed a potential primary challenger, US House member Julia Letlow, against Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, a Republican who voted to convict Trump in his second impeachment trial. Trump announced his "complete and total endorsement" of Letlow on Truth Social, encouraging her to run against Cassidy in the upcoming election. Cassidy, who has sought to regain Trump's favor, expressed confidence he would win re-election despite the endorsement. Letlow, who won a special election for her House seat in 2021, stated she was honored by Trump's trust. Candidates have until February 13th to file for Cassidy's Senate seat.

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Luke Letlow 30% January 6, 2021 US Capitol attack 40% Truth Social 40% United States Capitol 40% United States 40% Senate 50% United States House of Representatives 60% Robert F. Kennedy Jr. ×260% Louisiana ×570% Julia Letlow ×780% Donald Trump ×890% Bill Cassidy ×1090%

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donald trump endorsement 90% republican primary 90% bill cassidy 80% julia letlow 70% political revenge 70% impeachment trial 60% louisiana election 50% us senate 50% midterms 40%

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Louisiana

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