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Poll shows Trump leads Biden slightly, but many voters remain undecided
An exclusive poll indicates that Donald Trump is currently leading Joe Biden by a small margin, but a significant number of voters still haven’t made up their minds.
Main Point of the Article
A prominent Republican senator, Sen. Bill Cassidy of Louisiana, who previously voted to impeach former President Donald Trump following the Capitol riot, has declined to give his endorsement to Trump as he pursues another White House term.
Reacting to Trump’s Recent Statements
During a rally in Ohio, Trump made statements about the potential consequences of not being reelected, including a reference to a “bloodbath” and his commitment to implementing tariffs on foreign-made cars. Sen. Cassidy, during a televised interview, expressed concerns about the rhetoric used by the former president, which he feels is divisive and on the edge.
No Immediate Shift in Support
Despite his reservations, Sen. Cassidy did not formally shift his support to Trump’s rival. He expressed his belief that Trump’s main advantage in his presidential bid is the fact that he is running against Joe Biden, a candidate who also faces significant reservations from the voters.
Disagreement Over Recent Comments
Cassidy openly disagreed with Trump’s recent comments regarding pardoning individuals convicted of crimes related to the January 6, 2021, attack on the U.S. Capitol. When asked about endorsing Trump as the presumptive GOP nominee in the general election, Cassidy pledged to vote for a Republican candidate without mentioning Trump’s name explicitly.
Final Thoughts
Sen. Cassidy has previously called for Trump to withdraw from the 2024 Republican primary race and voted to convict the former president on one article of impeachment for inciting an insurrection. As of now, Cassidy’s ongoing concerns and disagreements with Trump’s statements have not led him to endorse an alternative candidate for the presidency.
Contributing: David Jackson, Ken Tran and Haley BeMiller
