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Letlow Bows Out of LSU Role, Eyes Senate Race
9/4/2025
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Story summary
- Louisiana Congresswoman Julia Letlow will not pursue the LSU president position.
- She remains undecided about running in the 2026 U.S. Senate race against incumbent Bill Cassidy.
- Letlow's decision may impact other Republicans, such as state Rep. Julie Emerson, considering a run.
- Cassidy's vulnerability stems from his 2021 impeachment vote against Trump.
- Letlow is recognized as a rising political figure in Louisiana.
