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Trump Backs Letlow Against Cassidy, Straining GOP Ties

1/18/2026

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Trump Endorses Letlow

U.S. President Donald Trump endorses Representative Julia Letlow (R-La.) as a potential primary challenger to Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.), who voted to convict him in impeachment trial.
The endorsement, shared on Truth Social, could strain Trump's relationship with Senate Republicans.
Cassidy, running for re-election, is confident in his race against Letlow.
Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) has become a vocal critic of Trump, challenging decisions and distancing himself as retirement nears.

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Marshall Proposes Interest Cap

Senator Roger Marshall of Kansas plans to introduce the Consumer Affordability Protection Act to cap credit card interest at 10% for one year, aligning with U.S. President Donald Trump’s push.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune warns it could limit access to credit.
House Speaker Mike Johnson cautions that the bill could negatively affect lending.
Despite bipartisan support including Senator Elizabeth Warren, skepticism remains about feasibility and impact on the financial market.

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Trump Endorses Letlow

U.S. President Donald Trump endorses Representative Julia Letlow (R-La.) as a potential primary challenger to Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.), who voted to convict him in impeachment trial.
The endorsement, shared on Truth Social, could strain Trump's relationship with Senate Republicans.
Cassidy, running for re-election, is confident in his race against Letlow.
Senator Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) has become a vocal critic of Trump, challenging decisions and distancing himself as retirement nears.

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