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Louisiana voters head to the polls in a high-stakes Senate primary testing Trump’s power over incumbents and rivals.
Cassidy faces two Trump-backed challengers, Julia Letlow and John Fleming, in a race that could go to a runoff.
Polls show a tight race with Cassidy at 21% and Letlow at 27% while Fleming leads at 28%, leaving 22% undecided.
Trump publicly criticized Cassidy, urging Louisianans to vote him out and signaling ongoing pressure within the party.
Cassidy defends his record, saying he delivered for Louisiana and works with the president when necessary.
Letlow touts Trump endorsement as proof of conservative credibility, highlighting her alignment with the president.
Fleming emphasizes loyalty to Trump, citing his White House tenure and January 6 involvement as proof.
Primary results will determine whether a runoff is necessary, with all three candidates expected to be in a tight race.
Trump has targeted several Republicans in the region in a broader revenge tour, influencing local races.
Louisiana’s primary outcome could have implications beyond the state, signaling Trump’s grip on the GOP.

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Trump's influence frames the race, with Cassidy contending as the incumbent facing a Trump-endorsed challenger and a battle over loyalty within the party.
A major change in Louisiana's system now requires separate party primaries, moving away from the old jungle-style format.
Voter turnout data show about 255,000 ballots cast so far, with mixed party participation as Louisiana heads toward the November vote.

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Cassidy trails two Trump-aligned rivals in a high-stakes Louisiana Senate primary as Trump’s influence dominates the race.
Cassidy says the race is about the people of Louisiana, not a fight with Trump, as he campaigns publicly.
The incumbent highlights legislation he says Trump signed into law, contrasting with opponents who have not.
Cassidy acknowledges the race could go to a runoff if no candidate wins a majority.
The race has drawn national interest as Trump signals support for rival candidates.
Cassidy frames his medical career as a lens for decision-making in politics.
Cassidy points to past actions like reclassifying fentanyl to bolster his claims of effectiveness.
Trump’s backing of Letlow and Fleming dominates discussions about the race’s direction.
The outcome could hinge on whether Cassidy’s record translates into a majority win or a runoff.

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A three-way Louisiana Senate primary features Cassidy, Julia Letlow, and John Fleming, shaping the race with intra-party competition and contrasting campaign dynamics.
Trump's endorsement and pressure tactics complicate Fleming's bid, while Letlow benefits from the backing despite Fleming's deep local roots and self-funded effort.
Cassidy leans on his Senate leadership and bipartisanship, positioning himself against intra-party critiques in a deeply red state.
Letlow's campaign and Fleming's bid expose tensions within Louisiana GOP, with aggressive advertising against Fleming and Cassidy's emphasis on Letlow.
Fleming alleges a former CDC official offered him the agency position to drop out, a claim the White House did not comment on, amplifying scrutiny of back-channel incentives.
Louisiana's GOP primary serves as a bellwether for Trump's political influence ahead of midterms and potential revenge campaigns.
Cassidy acknowledges the political dynamic, noting a tentative personal rapport with Trump while highlighting policy-aligned collaboration.
Endorsement and fundraising dynamics remain central as Letlow's campaign and Fleming compete for donors and attention within a polarized Louisiana GOP.
The broader Louisiana race could signal whether Trump-backed endorsements translate into meaningful momentum against Cassidy in a high-stakes primary.

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