Senator Bill Cassidy joins the show to talk about his recent meeting with President Trump, emphasizing that despite past political differences, they are now focused on future agendas. Cassidy highlights his role in helping Trump secure two cabinet secretaries and mentions Melania Trump's interest in his legislation on online safety for children. He stresses the importance of moving forward and working together for the future of the country and Louisiana.Cassidy also discusses the government's efforts to avoid a shutdown, crediting Mike Johnson and Chuck Schumer for their roles in keeping the government open. He emphasizes the need to balance the budget and avoid unnecessary spending.The conversation shifts to the Social Security Fairness Act, which Cassidy helped pass to ensure that state and local public employees who paid into Social Security receive their deserved benefits. He explains the long-term efforts to keep Social Security viable and prevent future insolvency.Finally, Cassidy talks about the Halt Fentanyl Act, aimed at combating fentanyl-related deaths by giving law enforcement more tools to address the issue. He highlights the success in reducing fentanyl deaths in East Baton Rouge Parish and the importance of comprehensive solutions to stop the inflow of fentanyl.

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