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Trump endorses possible primary challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy in Louisiana

Cassidy said he is running for reelection and is confident he would defeat Letlow if she enters the race.

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President Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow as a possible primary challenger to Sen. Bill Cassidy, who is seeking reelection. Letlow has not announced a Senate bid, and Cassidy said he is confident he would win if she runs.

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Bill Cassidy
R · LA · SEN

Louisiana senator seeking reelection and facing a possible primary challenger

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Julia Letlow
R · LA-5

Louisiana representative and potential Senate challenger

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who endorsed Letlow as a possible challenger to Cassidy

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Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
R · Secretary of Health and Human Services

Health and Human Services secretary whose leadership and vaccine-related policies have drawn Cassidy's criticism

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