Julia Letlow, endorsed by President Trump, wins Louisiana's Republican primary for the US Senate, likely to win in November against Democrat Jamie Davis, highlighting Trump's influence over the Republican base.
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow, endorsed by Donald Trump, is vying for the GOP Senate nomination in Louisiana against John Fleming. Letlow, who led in the primary, aims to secure a win for Trump's efforts to unseat Republicans not aligned with him. Fleming, a former congressman, emphasizes his conservative credentials and loyalty to Trump.
Senator Bill Cassidy lost the Louisiana Republican primary, failing to advance to the runoff. The race was seen as a test of Donald Trump's influence, with Trump backing challenger Julia Letlow, who will now face John Fleming.
Senator Bill Cassidy lost the Louisiana Republican primary, failing to advance to the runoff. The defeat is seen as a victory for Donald Trump, who had endorsed a challenger, Julia Letlow, after Cassidy voted to convict Trump following the January 6th Capitol insurrection.
