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Rep. Julia Letlow launches Trump-encouraged primary bid against Sen. Bill Cassidy

Cassidy responded to Letlow’s challenge by welcoming competition and emphasizing his record and priorities.

Rep. Julia Letlow launches Trump-encouraged primary bid against Sen. Bill Cassidy
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Rep. Julia Letlow announced a Republican primary challenge to Sen. Bill Cassidy after President Donald Trump encouraged her to run and endorsed her. Cassidy said he welcomed competition and argued the campaign should focus on serving Louisiana and the country.

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Bill Cassidy
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Louisiana senator facing Letlow in a Republican primary

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Julia Letlow
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Louisiana representative launching a Republican primary challenge to Bill Cassidy

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Donald Trump
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President who encouraged Letlow to run and endorsed her

Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
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Health and Human Services secretary mentioned in connection with Cassidy’s confirmation vote

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