Senator Bill Cassidy from Louisiana, a Republican who previously voted to impeach Donald Trump following the Capitol riot, has not endorsed Trump for another term in the presidency.
During an appearance on NBC’s “Meet the Press,” Cassidy was questioned about remarks Trump made at a rally in Ohio. Trump had warned of a “bloodbath” if he wasn’t re-elected and promised to impose tariffs on cars made abroad.
In addition, Trump reiterated his harsh stance on immigration, labeling some migrants accused of crimes as “not people.”
Cassidy expressed to NBC’s Kristen Welker that Trump’s overall speech tone continues to make Americans question whether he should be president. He noted that Trump’s rhetoric often borders on being too extreme, depending on one’s viewpoint.
Despite his concerns, Cassidy did not shift his support to Trump’s opponent.
Cassidy highlighted that Trump’s main advantage in the presidential race is that he is running against Joe Biden, who also faces skepticism from many voters. This situation, according to Cassidy, is why people are looking into third-party options, reflecting a regrettable state of political affairs.
Furthermore, Cassidy disagreed with Trump’s recent statements about pardoning individuals convicted of crimes related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. When asked if he would endorse Trump, the presumed Republican nominee, Cassidy committed to voting for a Republican candidate in the upcoming election without specifically naming Trump.
Last year, Cassidy urged Trump to withdraw from the 2024 Republican primary race. In January 2021, he voted to convict Trump in the Senate impeachment trial, accusing him of inciting an insurrection.