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Trump and Sen. Bill Cassidy clash during closed-door GOP meeting

politicsJun 24, 2026517,507

President Trump and Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.) erupted into a heated shouting match during a closed-door Senate GOP lunch over the Iran war-powers resolution. Cassidy berated Trump for failing to consult Congress on recent Iran actions, called the policy "the worst foreign policy blunder in decades," and said he matched the president's tone and volume; Trump told Cassidy to "sit down" and called him a "lunatic." Cassidy, who lost his primary and is leaving the Senate, said he would not be bullied and refused to back down after Trump attacked him over the election loss. The confrontation highlights a widening Republican split over congressional war-powers oversight and could complicate GOP unity around Trump's handling of Iran.

Scott MacFarlane
@macfarlanenews.bsky.social

NEW: Hours after heated exchange with Trump, Sen Bill Cassidy (R-LA) joins Sen Cory Booker (D-NJ) in memo to Todd Blanche seeking answers about Trump’s sweetheart immunity deal with IRS

31904h ago
WhippetRun160

Good, these people who lost and are leaving in January need to at the very least find their balls before they go, attach them, and go after that fucking guy.

Lobster Nanny47

Until the GOP files articles of impeachment, holds hearings, convicts and removes him, it's just criminals in his gang aiding and abetting Trump, regardless of their words.

andi36

Finally Cassidy found a spine. Still waiting for spurned John Cornyn to do the same but he never will.

WhiteUnderbabiedAmericanCat28

There is no “deal.” Trump’s personal lawyer does not get to give him (and his “extended family” AND every tangentially-related business) a blanket pardon for every federal crime they’ve committed. Impeach Roberts, btw.

Don Comer23

Trump corrupt deal is an attempt to steal $ billions from our treasury to pay pardoned criminals & other cronies.

stephthethird.bsky.social17

Legislating immunity for tax crimes is exactly what a person who is extremely guilty of tax crimes would do.

CoachKK15

Is his base really this dumb? Cuz the rest is us are not!!

Lolo #Resist #NoKings #Protest #LoveYourNeighbor13

Republicans need to stand up to Trump and get rid of him. They'll be better off in the long run. Shame they gave up their spines for a pedo. The truth will set you free!

Susan Kramer Esq.13

That 'deal' is crooked and just a "get out of jail free' card for the Trumps. We already know they're committing crimes--an agreement like this is against public policy of letting crooks get away with crimes. When we have a true DOJ again, the amount of crimes to be charged will be breathtaking.

Charlie Mack12

Did the clear signs on dementia in the Orange Clown finally reach a number adequate enough to tip a scale? 🙄

Amy Oddo✌🏻💙☀️9

#DumpTrump Plus, still a pedophile!

jodilh.bsky.social9

Good, now vote with D's for remainder of term and go out with some dignity!

Ringo Burns7

How can an acting AG make such a decision as if it becomes law? The potus sued his own government for 10 billion then dropped the case himself. The whole thing is a sham.

Jay7

The only reason this isn't completely laughable is this administration is already so corrupt. No credible legislative body would pass this, no judicial branch would uphold it, no future executive branch under Dems would obey it. It is only remotely possible at this moment because of Mike Johnson.

Peter Liepmann6

Fascinating to read the exchanges here. Trump endorses Rep Senator's OPPONENT in primary, and TFFG can't figure out why he no longer has his vote! Also Senators talking about Trump as if this is all business as usual, not a rolling coup while Trump loots the Treasury.

Inmanis THE bull6

such weak shit. “oh we sent a sternly worded memo asking politely for answers on the massive corruption deal going on” spineless, toothless bullshit

SheiSho5

Though no one should ever think kind thoughts about Bill Cassidy as he's done terrible terrible things, I do have to say I'm here for his DGAF burn-it-all-down finale.

cfenfen.bsky.social4

Another crack in the wall...

Sydney Carton4

The fact that any govt agency, let alone the IRS, would give shitler & Co. this deal perfectly illustrates how utterly corruptible our government institutions are.

Ghost of Lepa Radić4

This deal will be void the second the senile trouser-soiling former game show host is removed from office. Blanche should go to prison for authorizing it.

"Do Not Obey In Advance" and "Don't give into the Lies"4

I voted for Bill Cassidy in 2020 when I lived in Louisiana. I regretted that vote when he allowed RFK Jr to move forward to confirmation. Hopefully, he goes out with a bang.

Puckster4

I won’t believe, forget or support any of the spineless, classless & useless Republicans who stood by w/o resistance to this vile piece of dung Trump. They’re as responsible as he is for what has happened. It is good to see a D & an R work together, but I won’t forget what the GOP have supported.

Klemmie 🐬4

🤭 I’m loving the bipartisan attempt to intervene; that’s an excellent start! I expect that, if there is any response at all, it will be based on deflection, indirect answers, and blame-passing. But the glimmer of hope rests in the unity of the request: United we stand, divided we fall. #NeverGiveUp

Itsmevicki3

It's interesting how courageous they become when they are on the way out.

Grandma Janet3

The pedophile finally annoyed them. The'll be back kissing his ass tomorrow.

GuitarGirlNYC3

Freedom's just another word for nothing left to lose.

Liz Barry3

Good on them. But strongly worded letters or memos don't seem to work, do they. Being disbarred and losing his law license would be a whole lot more effective. Blanche has no business being confirmed as AG. I hope he's soundly rejected.

Jane Roe Has Hope - Pro-choice Adoptee3

If nothing else, maybe the Republicans are fucking petty and vengeful enough to decide it’s payback time.

La Contessa2

Who are these people and what have they done with the republicans 🤣

Thibault2

So after a heated exchange, they… wrote a memo? Like a strongly worded letter? I mean, is this what we’re supposed to be hopeful about? I think either we’ve lost the plot, or the bar for pushback is on the ground.

Bryan Maday2

NOTHING will happen. Stop falling for it over and over.

Christine2

Good. Some gumption! Or maybe just deciding to do his job I’m not enabled criminals in sex offenders!

TheSurlyShirley 🐸🐸💙💙2

Cassidy has zero fucks to give.

masterjost.bsky.social2

Pardoning yourself for future crimes is not constitutional. This isn’t complicated.

Mid TN Blue Dot2

Cassidy is finding a spine!

Aaron Rupar
@atrupar.com

CNN reports that Bill Cassidy lost his temper with Trump and "berated the president for what has transpired in Iran, for not being clear with Congress about his actions in the region"

22285h ago
Patric Reynolds209

Waaaay Too little and about a decade late, Bill.

The Salon Group NYC132

So, this is what happens when you’re free from having to run again for office? Kinda makes the push for term limits.

littlenomad55

Too little, too late, Bill Cassidy. 🤷‍♂️

Buck Frexit37

We’ll know whether this is true when we see Trumps posts at 3am

Joe Thoma IV33

If they had done that ten years ago they might still have their balls. Those that had balls back then.

Fawkes News Channel20

Another republican that suddenly found his spine after getting primaried. Tells you everything about these fascists.

Mark17

Of all the many horrible things Trump did to us and still will do to us, destroying our medical and health agencies and easing the return of terrible diseases is among the worst. Cassidy had unique combo of political power and medical background to stop RFK and his shit in its tracks. He failed us

Craig Roblewsky16

Sorry Bill. Too little and too late.

Gayle Dourn Plantz16

Trump is calling the doj tomorrow to open an investigation into Cassidy...

Tacos In Denver 🌮🏔️13

He should try a strongly worded letter! 👍🏻

brendanamartin.bsky.social10

Too late to hop off, Hopalong.

Tacos In Denver 🌮🏔️9

It’s like handing the keys to a toddler then ripping the kid for being a sh$&ty driver….

Annie 🐸🐸🐸9

Let Bill go on Fox, CBS, & other right wing outlets & say that.

Head in a Bottle9

Did this dude lose his primary or announce his retirement???

Dr Robin8

Bravo! I hope Bill Cassidy continues to hold Trump’s tiny feet to the fire. Make him explain why. He owes us all answers. And show those spineless ninnies in the GOP how it should have been done.

carljungfranz.bsky.social8

* fmr CIA Analyst Larry Johnson: Iran Deal, Trump's Making it Up As He Goes Along June 24, 2026 *

SlapAss McClanahan8

Bites his tongue through the child-rapist stuff but this Iran thing really got him up on his hind legs

slidvendetta8

If there was only something Congress could have done to prevent this from happening?

mckeme.bsky.social8

It would been nice if Cassidy and Tillis grew a spine before they were ousted, but I’ll take the W, they are exposing the cracks.

lazrrocketarm.bsky.social6

Sure. I bet he did.

milominder6

Cassidy got angry because 'of the Irish in me'. Striking how tedious immigrant-hating GOP twats are always more than happy to bore us all about their own immigrant roots.

Susanne 25th for 476

Lol, Cassidy lost his temper.

Ray Design6

Then join Democrats to impeach him. Otherwise, youre not a serious person.

Kevo6

Back it up with legislation or stfu Bill.

Stoley6

GOP party of LOW T

Hold My Beer ❌👑🐸🇲🇽🇨🇦4

Hahaha!!! I actually can't even imagine Dr. Cassidy losing his temper. Shit gets real when your own butt/job isn't on the line anymore. Fuck it I'll take it.

🕊️ ✨ MomsRobin 🧬 🐾 🏈 ⚾️ 🔵 🇺🇸 🇺🇦🇬🇱4

Regrowth of a spine only occurs after they’ve lost their power. It’s beyond pathetic! If he still had power he wouldn’t give a shit!!!

Dennisjleise4

Amazing where these spines come from when Midterms are in the air....

Michael B Lehrhoff4

It has just dawned on Bill Cassidy - and Susan Collins, I’m sure - that Trump is a lying, narcissistic prick???🙄

Evan R. MS, CSCS3

Cassidy fucking sucks, yet I’m glad this drama happen

Lalo Steensland3

Did and said nothing when it mattered. I hope they fight to the death and the winner spontaneously combusts

Jase3

How was he going to be clear when he had no understanding himself? Cassidy helped put this man in charge and has refused to hold him accountable. If it wasn't for people like Cassidy, trump would be in jail.

Andy Olsen3

Republicans find courage once they're lame ducks or out of office.

rObPreuSS🐾💡✌🏻🔥🎹2

ooooh BERATED. gettin' serious. 🙄

Diversity Triceratops2

Freedom's just another word for nothin' left to lose

hikercat.bsky.social2

Bill Cassidy knew exactly what was going on from day one in Iran. Bill Cassidy, you can't rid yourself of the stench from voting to support every inhuman policy this admin has put forward. You can't clean your reputation. Damage is done. People have died & are dying; all results of your cowardice

Kelley2

A pattern presents. Going forward, if you don’t do your job until you’re on your way out, it’s called “GOPing.”

Roya Azimzadeh 🔵2

It’s so sad they have to lose their jobs first before growing a spine but hey I’ll take it.

bad futa2

everyone hates an incompetent mfer

Jedi Master Wise2

To little to damn late. Everything is all jacked. After the kid played with matches burned the house down now you wanna get angry? You should have taken the matches..

Michael Corthell2

Cassidy’s frustration is understandable. Decisions involving war demand transparency, lawful congressional oversight, and a clearly defined strategy. When even members of the president’s own party feel misled, it signals a serious breakdown in accountability that should concern every American.

nonessentialworker.bsky.social2

Amazing how they grow a brass pair AFTER they're no longer running for reelection.

daviedoall.bsky.social2

It about freaking time that someone in the GOP told him off. I look forward to more,,,

Chris2

Amazing how the GOP grow spines as they are leaving office.

MadGreek 🧿2

MAGA, I can see the cracks...

Straight of Whore Moose2

As if Trump would even care in the slightest.

Ron Dorland ©️🇺🇸🇺🇦2

The last reasonable thing Graham said 10 years ago before he turned Nazi. I've had fingers crossed for years.

SafeAmericaPAC2

Can't wait for the Trump midnight meltdown tweets tonight!

🇨🇦 andyrogers.bsky.social 🇨🇦2

“Not being clear with Congress.” LOL.

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