Trump Backs Letlow to Take Cassidy’s Seat in Louisiana Senate Primary
TL;DR
Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow to challenge incumbent Bill Cassidy in Louisiana’s GOP Senate primary after Cassidy voted to convict him on Jan. 6, signaling Trump’s continued willingness to intervene in Republican contests. The primary is May 16, with a potential June 27 runoff, making Cassidy’s path to reelection more difficult.
- Trump Shivs Another One The Bulwark
- Julia Letlow, Backed by Trump, Enters Louisiana Senate Race to Challenge Bill Cassidy The New York Times
- US Rep. Julia Letlow launches challenge against Sen. Bill Cassidy, after Trump's encouragement ABC News
- Trump threatens to upend GOP agenda, Senate race with Louisiana endorsement The Hill
- Bill Cassidy raises $1.65 million for reelection fight Politico
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