Romney Calls Cassidy's Primary Defeat a 'Loss for the Country,' Amidst Senate Bid

Former US Senator Mitt Romney has called Cassidy's primary defeat a 'loss for the country', citing a trend of conservative voters backing more extreme candidates in recent elections. Cassidy's loss in the Louisiana Republican Primary comes five years after he voted to convict Donald Trump on charges of inciting an insurrection at the 2021 Capitol riot. Romney expressed concerns about the erosion of bipartisan politics and moderation in American politics. The senator's comments underscore his own reputation for pragmatism and bipartisanship.