Pro-Trump impeachment Republican Sen Bill Cassidy targeted for ouster Freedom Caucus founding member
Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming has made a bold move by announcing his bid to unseat Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican who made headlines for voting to convict former President Donald Trump following the House impeachment vote in the aftermath of the Jan. 6, 2021 Capitol riot. Fleming, a former U.S. congressman and one of the founders of the conservative House Freedom Caucus, is determined to bring real conservative solutions to the U.S. Senate. In a press release about his Senate bid, Fleming criticized Cassidy, stating that the senator has failed the people of Louisiana.
Fleming’s decision to run for Senate comes after holding posts in Trump’s previous administration. He expressed his commitment to standing by President Trump and championing the principles of America First. Trump, who had previously endorsed Cassidy for re-election in 2020, openly criticized the senator for his vote to convict, calling him one of the worst Senators in the United States Senate.
In a series of posts on Truth Social, Trump labeled Cassidy as a “TOTAL FLAKE” and accused him of being disloyal and a lightweight. Despite Trump’s endorsement of Cassidy in the past, the relationship soured after Cassidy’s decision to vote for conviction.
Fleming’s previous attempt to run for Senate in 2016 was unsuccessful, but he is now determined to challenge Cassidy in the upcoming election. Cassidy’s current U.S. Senate term is set to end in early 2027, paving the way for a new contender to enter the race.
As the political landscape in Louisiana continues to evolve, the showdown between Fleming and Cassidy promises to be an intriguing one. Both candidates have strong support bases and differing views on key issues facing the state and the country. It remains to be seen how the race will unfold and what impact it will have on the future of Louisiana politics.
Alex Nitzberg, a writer for Fox News Digital, has reported on the developments in this high-stakes Senate race. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting political showdown as the campaign heats up.
