Trump’s grip on the party threatens his grasp of Congress

Hinzugefügt: 2026-05-22

[00:00:00]Trump spent the month showing dominance over the GOP with revenge era primary wins in Indiana, Louisiana, and Kentucky and by endorsing Ken Paxton in Texas while helping oust representative Thomas Massie. But the spree risks undercutting his midterm agenda as key bills stall in Congress.

[00:00:18]Cassidy joined Democrats on a war powers measure and opposed Trump's ballroom funding, highlighting tensions over the administration's priorities.

[00:00:27]With stalled legislation like the Save America Act and resistance to the $1.8 billion anti-weaponization fund, several Republicans warned that endorsements may hurt battleground races in November.

[00:00:39]Voters remain focused on the economy and cost of living and many worry Trump's vengeance-driven approach could damage his broader political prospects and legislative momentum.