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Trump endorsing Blake Miguez reshuffles Louisiana election | Local Politics

Trump endorsed Miguez for Congress, a move that candidates and analysts discussed as a factor in the race.

Trump endorsing Blake Miguez reshuffles Louisiana election | Local Politics
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This article1 analysis · Oct 10, 2026

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President Donald Trump endorsed Blake Miguez for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District after Miguez switched from a Senate campaign to the House race. Other candidates said they would stay in the race, while several questioned whether Miguez lives in the district.

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President who endorsed Miguez

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Congressional candidate and chair of the Louisiana Board of Regents

State representative considering a run for the 5th District

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Bill Cassidy
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Senator challenged by Letlow

State senator planning a congressional campaign announcement

Julia Letlow
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U.S. representative whose 5th District seat Miguez is seeking

State senator and congressional candidate

ALSO MENTIONED  Jack McFarland, State representative considering a run for Congress; Jay Morris, State senator commenting on Miguez’s candidacy; Jeff Landry, Governor of Louisiana

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Trump Endorses Blake Miguez for Louisiana’s 5th District House Race

Outlets on both sides report that Trump endorsed Blake Miguez for Louisiana’s 5th District House race after Miguez switched from a Senate campaign. Center outlets describe the endorsement alongside the developing Republican field, with one report including rivals’ questions about Miguez’s district residency. Right-leaning outlets emphasize the backing as a potential boost that could reshape the primary.

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