Trump’s crusade to oust disloyal Republicans underscores the party’s dilemma: From the Politics Desk
President Trump is actively working to remove Republicans he deems disloyal, highlighting a significant challenge within the party. Recent primary elections have seen the ousting of figures like Sen. Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump during his impeachment. As Trump endorses challengers to those who oppose him, the GOP faces a dilemma balancing loyalty to Trump with broader electoral viability.
- ▪Sen. Bill Cassidy lost his primary after being targeted by Trump for voting to convict him during impeachment.
- ▪Rep. Thomas Massie, a vocal critic of Trump, faces a primary challenge backed by Trump's endorsement.
- ▪Republican operatives are concerned that Trump's influence could jeopardize their chances in upcoming elections.
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| Publication time | Mon, 18 May 2026 22:03:20 GMT |
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From the Politics DeskTrump’s crusade to oust disloyal Republicans underscores the party’s dilemma: From the Politics DeskPlus, surveying GOP officials for a vibe check ahead of the midterms. Listen to this article with a free account00:0000:00Add NBC News to GoogleMassie ‘unbothered’ as Trump tries to oust him in Kentucky GOP primary16:14Get more newsLiveonShareAdd NBC News to GoogleMay 18, 2026, 6:03 PM EDTBy The Politics DeskWelcome to From the Politics Desk, a daily newsletter that brings you the NBC News Politics team’s latest reporting and analysis from the White House, Capitol Hill and the campaign trail.Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content.In today’s edition, Sahil Kapur takes stock of President Donald Trump’s efforts…
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