Louisiana governor urges Trump to consider contesting primary against GOP Senator Bill Cassidy, according to AP sources.
Frank Jones The ongoing political drama in Louisiana concerns Sen. Bill Cassidy's potential challenges in the 2026 Republican primary, prompted by his votes against Donald Trump – most notably in the former President's 2021 impeachment trial.
Trump's influence in Louisiana is undeniable, making Cassidy's distancing from the President a sensitive issue within the Republican base. Eddie Rispone, the Republican nominee for Louisiana governor in 2019 and a Cassidy supporter, vocalizes the concern, stating, "Louisiana is a big Trump state."
For Sen. Cassidy, the primary hurdle will be overcoming the backlash from his impeachment vote. As Rispone puts it, "I don't think he has the mindset to say, 'I made a mistake.'"
Recently, Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry, a close Trump ally, has been advocating for Rep. Julia Letlow to consider a Senate run. Trump and Landry reportedly discussed the possibility of Letlow challenging Cassidy. Neither Letlow nor Landry's office has commented on the matter.
Republican insiders suggest that Landry and Cassidy have a cordial working relationship, but their differing levels of loyalty to Trump create some distance between the two. Cassidy's spokesperson Ashley Bosch defends the Senator, saying, "He's worked hard to support the President's agenda and we're confident voters will re-elect him next year."
If Letlow enters the race, she stands a good chance given Trump's strong support in the state, which carried Louisiana with 60% of the vote in the last election. However, Cassidy currently has a fundraising advantage, with over $7.4 million in his campaign account.
It's worth noting that, in the past, Congressional candidates from all parties seeking the same office ran on the same ballot. However, Louisiana has recently adopted a new primary election system. Going forward, only Republican voters and voters with no party affiliation will be able to participate in the GOP Senate primary, potentially mounting further challenges for Cassidy.
Sen. Cassidy's opponents are capitalizing on his impeachment vote, with the Louisiana State Republican Executive Committee unanimously censoring him and the Bossier Parish Republican Committee calling for his resignation. The new primary system also may affect Cassidy's odds, as the more far-right Republican voters could find it difficult to forgive his impeachment vote.
Despite the public criticism, recent events indicate a possible softening of sentiment. For instance, Trump, speaking at a White House event, thanked Cassidy, signaling a potential easing of tensions.
As the 2026 Senate election approaches, the political landscape in Louisiana is shaping up to be a fierce battle for Sen. Bill Cassidy, thanks to his controversial impeachment vote and Trump's powerful influence within the state's Republican party.
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