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With Trump's backing, Rep. Julia Letlow launches a primary challenge against Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy

Letlow entered Louisiana’s Senate race after receiving Trump’s endorsement.

With Trump's backing, Rep. Julia Letlow launches a primary challenge against Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy
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Julia Letlow announced a Republican primary challenge to Louisiana Sen. Bill Cassidy, with President Donald Trump endorsing her. The contest could become a costly fight over a safe Senate seat and add tension between Senate Republicans and the White House.

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Julia Letlow
R · LA-5

Louisiana representative and Republican Senate candidate challenging Bill Cassidy

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Bill Cassidy
R · LA · SEN

Louisiana senator facing a Republican primary challenge

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Donald Trump
R · President of the United States

President whose endorsement bolstered Letlow’s Senate bid

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Susan M. Collins
R · ME · SEN

Maine senator mentioned as another Republican targeted by Trump

John Thune
R · SD · SEN

Senate majority leader who urged Trump to endorse Cassidy

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

Health and Human Services secretary whom Cassidy voted to confirm

Thom Tillis
R · NC · SEN

North Carolina senator who has opted against seeking reelection

Julia Letlow’s late husband, whom she succeeded in the House

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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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