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Trump-backed congresswoman Letlow challenges Cassidy for US Senate

Julia Letlow announced a Trump-backed primary challenge to Senator Bill Cassidy.

Trump-backed congresswoman Letlow challenges Cassidy for US Senate
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Republican Representative Julia Letlow announced a Trump-backed primary challenge to Louisiana Senator Bill Cassidy, criticizing his conservative credentials. Cassidy said he would continue doing a good job and win re-election.

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Julia Letlow
R · LA-5

Representative and Republican Senate candidate challenging Bill Cassidy

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Bill Cassidy
R · LA · SEN

Louisiana senator and incumbent targeted by Letlow's primary challenge

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President who endorsed Letlow's Senate run

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

Health and Human Services secretary whose confirmation Cassidy supported

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Julia Letlow Enters Louisiana U.S. Senate Race

Outlets agree that Rep. Julia Letlow announced a Republican primary challenge to Sen. Bill Cassidy after President Donald Trump endorsed her. Center outlets likewise focus on the endorsement and challenge, adding context about Cassidy’s political position and the race to fill Letlow’s House seat. Right-leaning outlets also center Letlow’s entry and Trump’s endorsement; Fox News additionally reports Julie Emerson’s exit from the race.

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