Live Results: Louisiana midterm state and congressional primaries
Summary
Louisiana held a simplified state primary election where voters decided if Senator Bill Cassidy would win a third term. Cassidy faces challenges from within his Republican Party, including John Fleming and Julia Letlow, who has President Donald Trump's endorsement.Key Facts
- Louisiana held state and congressional primary elections.
- Senator Bill Cassidy is running for a third term.
- Cassidy faces opponents including state Treasurer John Fleming and U.S. Representative Julia Letlow.
- President Donald Trump endorsed Julia Letlow in January.
- Trump has targeted Cassidy for defeat because Cassidy voted to convict Trump in his second impeachment trial.
- Cassidy voted to convict Trump related to the events of January 6, 2021, but Trump was acquitted.
- A loss for Cassidy could lead to a Republican Senate group more closely aligned with President Trump.
- Democrats are not focusing on Louisiana as a key state to win control of the U.S. Senate.
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