Trump-backed Julia Letlow hints at challenging Cassidy in Louisiana GOP Senate race; rep since 2021, first GOP woman from LA 5th.
Voters in Texas began early voting for key Senate primaries on March 3, with incumbent John Cornyn facing strong challenges from pro-Trump candidates Ken Paxton and Wesley Hunt. Polls show Paxton leading, but the race remains competitive, with potential runoffs and significant campaign spending shaping the outcome.
The Republican effort to redraw congressional districts has intensified, with Trump backing challengers in Indiana, Louisiana and Kentucky as part of a broader strategy to reshape the party and defend his influence ahead of midterms.
Sen. Bill Cassidy is in a three-way Republican primary in Louisiana, facing John Fleming and Julia Letlow after Trump endorsed Letlow. The race could go to a June 27 runoff, with Cassidy seeking a path back after voting to convict Trump during his second impeachment. The seat is expected to stay Republican regardless of the runoff outcome.