An unburdened Bill Cassidy doesn’t regret Trump impeachment vote after primary loss

Published May 19, 2026 6:00am ET



Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-LA), fresh off a stunning primary election loss over the weekend to two Republican challengers, holds no remorse for actions that likely cost him his political career.

That includes his 2021 vote to convict President Donald Trump of impeachment over the U.S. Capitol riot.

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