Trump’s Grip on the GOP Holds
Donald Trump's influence over the Republican Party remains strong, as evidenced by recent primary challenges. Senator Bill Cassidy lost his primary in Louisiana after crossing Trump, highlighting the consequences for GOP members who oppose him. The discussion also touched on the implications of the recent U.S.-China summit and Trump's significant financial settlement with the Department of Justice.
- ▪Senator Bill Cassidy lost his primary in Louisiana after voting to impeach Donald Trump.
- ▪Crossing Trump has severe consequences for Republican politicians.
- ▪The podcast also discussed the implications of the recent U.S.-China summit for Taiwan.
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- ▪ Trump’s grip on the GOP on display in Kentucky as primaries are held in six states, in photos - AP News — Google News
- ▪ Trump's grip on the GOP on display in Kentucky as primaries are held in six states, in photos — ABC News — Politics
- ▪ WATCH: Primaries in 6 states test Trump’s grip on the GOP — ABC News — Top
- ▪ Trump’s ‘worst’ Republican critic loses most expensive House primary ever — International homepage
- ▪ Kentucky primary tests Trump's hold on Republican base — France 24 (EN)
- ▪ Six states hold primaries on Tuesday, testing Trump's influence — NPR — Politics
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Trump’s Grip on the GOP Holds Steve Hayes, Kevin D. Williamson, David M. Drucker, & Michael Warren / May 19, 2026 Unlocked The Dispatch Podcast Listen on your player of choice Text Size Members can share articles with friends & family to bypass the paywall. Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email 0 Open and scroll to the comments section Episode Transcript Steve Hayes is joined by Kevin Williamson, Mike Warren, and David Drucker to discuss Donald Trump’s primary challenges against Sen. Bill Cassidy and Rep. Thomas Massie, along with last week’s U.S.-China summit in Beijing. The Agenda:—Sen.
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