Sen. Bill Cassidy spent 20 years in public office. One decision led to his demise.

Source: NBC News Politics · Bias: Center Left

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Sen. Bill Cassidy’s primary loss Saturday brings an end to a two-decade career in public office that was ultimately defined by tensions with President Donald Trump

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Sen. Bill Cassidy spent 20 years in public office. One decision led to his demise.
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Sen. Bill Cassidy spent 20 years in public office. One decision led to his demise.

Center Left

Sen. Bill Cassidy’s primary loss Saturday brings an end to a two-decade career in public office that was ultimately defined by tensions with President Donald Trump