Bill Cassidy Announces Reelection Campaign for Senate

Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy (R) just made it official—he’s running for a third term in the U.S. Senate.

The Louisiana Republican confirmed his re-election campaign Saturday after months of speculation. “Louisiana and our country face serious challenges,” Cassidy said. “I’m running for reelection to work with the people of Louisiana and my fellow Americans to not just face these challenges, but to make our state and our country even greater.”

Cassidy’s announcement came during a speech to supporters, where he positioned himself as a problem-solver and a steady hand amid growing national tensions.

But the senator isn’t heading into a smooth race. He’s already facing a crowded primary field, and some opponents are hitting him hard over his controversial past vote to convict President Donald Trump.

Cassidy was one of seven Republicans who voted to convict Trump during the 2021 impeachment trial after the January 6 Capitol protests. That decision sparked outrage from the GOP base and triggered calls for him to resign.

Since then, however, Cassidy has worked to repair his relationship with Trump—and it appears to be paying off, per Trending Politics.

In recent months, the senator joined President Trump at the White House to celebrate the signing of the HALT Fentanyl Act, a bill Cassidy co-authored to combat the deadly opioid crisis.

“President Trump signed my HALT Fentanyl Act into law – giving law enforcement the tools they need to stop it,” Cassidy said. “Proud to work with President Trump to deliver another major win for America.”

Cassidy, a medical doctor, has made opioid-related legislation a key part of his Senate legacy. The HALT Fentanyl Act increases penalties for drug traffickers and imposes permanent bans on the ingredients used to make fentanyl.

The bill was hailed as a critical move to crack down on cartels and save lives—and it helped Cassidy highlight his bipartisan credentials.

But that record may not be enough to fend off primary challengers like Louisiana State Treasurer John Fleming and State Senator Blake Miguez.

Both men have taken aim at Cassidy’s vote to convict Trump, painting him as out of touch with the state’s conservative base.

This time, Cassidy will be running under a different election system. Louisiana has scrapped its traditional “jungle” primary format, which allowed all candidates—regardless of party—to appear on a single ballot.

Now, Republican candidates will compete in closed primaries, making it harder for moderates like Cassidy to sneak through with crossover votes from Democrats and independents.

Critics say the new system could tighten the race and push Cassidy further to the right.

The senator has not directly addressed his opponents’ criticisms but continues to frame his campaign around experience, effectiveness, and delivering results for Louisiana.

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