Key Primaries to Reveal Strength of Trump’s Hold on Republican Party

2 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 23

Upcoming Republican primaries in Kentucky and Louisiana will test President Trump's influence over his party.
In Kentucky, Trump critic Thomas Massie faces a Trump-endorsed challenger, while Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy confronts a Trump-backed opponent.
These contests come amid party divisions, ongoing conflict with Iran, and declining Republican approval of Congress, signaling potential shifts in GOP unity.

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