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Covington Today
By the People, for the People
Louisiana Sen. Cassidy faces political fight after Trump impeachment vote
Upcoming votes on Trump impeachment and RFK Jr. candidacy loom as key tests for Republican senator.
Apr. 7, 2026 at 10:57pm
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The fallout from Sen. Cassidy's vote to convict former President Trump has created a turbulent political landscape in Louisiana.Covington TodaySen. Bill Cassidy, a Louisiana Republican, is facing a tough political battle after his decision to convict former President Donald Trump in the January 6th impeachment trial. Cassidy's vote has angered many in his party, and he now faces upcoming votes on Trump's impeachment as well as the potential candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Senate, both of which could threaten his political survival.
Why it matters
Cassidy's vote to convict Trump during the impeachment trial was seen as a betrayal by many in the Republican party, and has made him a target for primary challenges. The upcoming votes on Trump's impeachment and RFK Jr.'s candidacy will be key tests of Cassidy's political standing within the Louisiana GOP.
The details
Sen. Bill Cassidy, a Republican from Louisiana, voted to convict former President Donald Trump during his second impeachment trial in January 2021. This decision angered many in the GOP, and Cassidy now faces potential primary challenges as he seeks reelection. Additionally, upcoming votes on whether to impeach Trump again and on the potential candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Senate seat could further jeopardize Cassidy's political future.
- Cassidy voted to convict Trump during the former president's second impeachment trial in January 2021.
- Cassidy is up for reelection in 2026.
The players
Sen. Bill Cassidy
A Republican senator from Louisiana who voted to convict former President Donald Trump during his second impeachment trial in 2021.
Donald Trump
The former president of the United States who was impeached twice by the House of Representatives.
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
The son of former U.S. Senator Robert F. Kennedy, who is rumored to be considering a run for the Louisiana Senate seat currently held by Bill Cassidy.
What’s next
Upcoming votes on whether to impeach Trump again and on the potential candidacy of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. for the Louisiana Senate seat will be key tests for Cassidy's political future.
The takeaway
Cassidy's vote to convict Trump during the impeachment trial has made him a target for primary challenges within the Republican party, and the upcoming votes on Trump's impeachment and RFK Jr.'s candidacy will be crucial in determining Cassidy's political survival.
