La. Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy fails to make runoff in primary, as Trump-backed challenger tops vote
Senator Bill Cassidy has lost his bid for a third term in the Louisiana Republican primary, finishing third behind Trump-backed candidates Julia Letlow and John Fleming. Letlow, who received 44.8% of the vote, and Fleming, with 28.4%, will advance to a runoff election. Cassidy's defeat highlights the influence of Trump's endorsement in Republican primaries, as he previously voted to convict Trump during the impeachment trial.
- ▪Senator Bill Cassidy finished third in the Louisiana Republican primary, failing to secure a runoff spot.
- ▪Julia Letlow and John Fleming, both endorsed by Trump, will advance to the runoff election.
- ▪Cassidy's loss reflects the significant impact of Trump's endorsements in Republican races.
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Politics La. Republican Sen. Bill Cassidy fails to make runoff in primary, as Trump-backed challenger tops vote By Ryan King Published May 16, 2026, 10:56 p.m. ET WASHINGTON — Sen. Bill Cassidy was denied a third term by Louisiana Republican primary voters Saturday, finishing third behind Trump-endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow (R-La.) and state Treasurer John Fleming. With 92 percent of the vote in, Letlow was leading with 44.8 percent and Fleming was in second with 28.4%, and were declared the winners by the Associated Press — while Cassidy brought up the rear with 24.7 percent.
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