Trump heralded as GOP 'kingmaker' after Louisiana Senate results rattle party establishment
Donald Trump's influence in the Republican Party is highlighted following a recent primary victory in Louisiana. Trump-backed candidate Julia Letlow secured approximately 45% of the vote, outperforming incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy. This outcome is seen as a positive sign for Trump and the GOP ahead of the upcoming midterm elections.
- ▪Julia Letlow received roughly 45% of the vote in the Louisiana Senate primary.
- ▪Incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy finished third with under 25% of the vote.
- ▪Rep. Anna Paulina Luna emphasized Trump's role as a 'kingmaker' within the Republican Party.
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Fox News Flash Trump heralded as GOP 'kingmaker' after Louisiana Senate results rattle party establishment Julia Letlow received roughly 45% of the vote while incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy finished third at under 25% By Taylor Penley Fox News Published May 18, 2026 1:52pm EDT Facebook Twitter Threads Flipboard Comments Print Email Add Fox News on Google close Video Rep. Anna Paulina Luna on Trump's influence, midterms, and gas tax proposal Rep. Anna Paulina Luna, R-Fla., highlights President Donald Trump's continued influence within the Republican Party as a 'kingmaker,' citing recent primary victories. Luna expresses optimism for the upcoming midterms and details her proposed 120-day pause on federal gas and diesel taxes to provide 'relief at the pump' for American consumers.
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