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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump, loses his seat in Louisiana
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U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, who voted to convict Trump, loses his seat in Louisiana

NPR Politics · May 17, 2026, 12:02 PM · Also reported by 4 other sources

Why this matters: political developments that affect policy direction and public trust.

The Saturday primaries in Louisiana were notable for two main reasons: GOP Senator Bill Cassidy lost his seat and voters were left confused after the governor rescheduled the U.S. House races.

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