Cassidy eliminated as Trump-backed Letlow advances to Senate GOP primary runoff in Louisiana

Letlow, who was endorsed by Trump, will face state Treasurer John Fleming.

Published: May 16, 2026 10:43pm

Updated: May 16, 2026 10:57pm

GOP Rep. Julia Letlow is advancing to a Republican Senate primary runoff in Louisiana, according to the latest returns.  

She will face state Treasurer John Fleming.

Incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy failed to advance to the runoff. 

Letlow was endorsed by President Donald Trump.

 

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