Bill Cassidy's Chances of Losing to Trump-Backed Foe in Louisiana—Polls
Summary
Senator Bill Cassidy is behind in the polls for the Louisiana Republican Senate primary against Julia Letlow, who has President Donald Trump's support, and John Fleming. Polls show Letlow leading with a strong chance of winning outright or in a runoff election scheduled for June 27 if no candidate gets a majority on May 16.Key Facts
- Bill Cassidy voted to impeach President Trump after the January 6 Capitol riot.
- Julia Letlow, backed by President Trump, leads in recent polls for the Louisiana Republican Senate primary.
- John Fleming is also competing and has notable support among conservative voters.
- The primary election is on May 16; if no candidate wins more than 50%, the top two will face a runoff on June 27.
- A recent poll showed Letlow with 42% support, Fleming with 30%, and Cassidy with 20%.
- Polls indicate Letlow would win easily in a runoff against either Cassidy or Fleming.
- Cassidy has tried to reduce differences with President Trump during his campaign to gain conservative votes.
- Prediction markets give Letlow about a 67% chance to win the nomination, Fleming 32%, and Cassidy a much lower chance.
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