Trump-backed Letlow wins GOP primary for Sen. Bill Cassidy’s seat
Rep. Julia Letlow won the Louisiana GOP primary runoff for Sen. Bill Cassidy's seat with backing from Trump, defeating conservative state Treasurer John Fleming. Letlow's victory in the Republican runoff positions her as the likely favorite in the general election in the solidly red state.
Key Points
- Trump's endorsement proved decisive in the competitive GOP runoff race
- Letlow advances to the general election as the Republican nominee in a safely Republican Louisiana seat
- Fleming's conservative credentials were insufficient to overcome Trump's backing of Letlow