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Republican Senator Cassidy Loses Re Election to Trump Retribution Campaign

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  • Republican Senator Bill Cassidy lost re-election in Louisiana primary on May 16, 2026.
  • Cassidy finished third behind Trump-backed candidates Julia Letlow (45.2%) and John Fleming (28.3%).
  • This is the first time an elected U.S. senator has lost re-nomination since 2012.
  • Cassidy's defeat is attributed to his impeachment vote against Trump in 2021.
  • Runoff between Letlow and Fleming is scheduled for June 27, 2026.

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