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Trump-Backed Letlow Challenges Cassidy in Tough Re-Election

2/14/2026

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Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) faces a tough re-election as Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.), backed by U.S. President Donald Trump, challenges him.
Cassidy voted to convict Trump during the 2021 impeachment trial.
Letlow says Trump's endorsement signals her reliability as a conservative candidate.
Randal Gaines, the Louisiana Democratic Party chair, says the current climate is unfavorable for Democrats and the party pursues long-term strategies.

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Senator Bill Cassidy (R-La.) faces a tough re-election as Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.), backed by U.S. President Donald Trump, challenges him.
Cassidy voted to convict Trump during the 2021 impeachment trial.
Letlow says Trump's endorsement signals her reliability as a conservative candidate.
Randal Gaines, the Louisiana Democratic Party chair, says the current climate is unfavorable for Democrats and the party pursues long-term strategies.