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Louisiana’s Senate primary is a test of Trump’s power — and one senator’s survival
- 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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