Trending Now - Trump Backs Letlow in Louisiana Primary Against Cassidy

WHO:

ABC News - Incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy is competing against Trump-backed Rep. Julia Letlow and John Fleming, the state Treasurer.

Fox News - President Trump endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow in her challenge against Sen. Bill Cassidy.

WHAT:

Newsweek - Cassidy stated in his concession speech, "Our country is not about one individual," emphasizing the importance of democracy and not claiming the election was stolen.

Alternet - Cassidy's campaign spending approached $10 million as of late April, with a significant portion directed towards ads attacking Letlow.

Alternet - Letlow referred to Cassidy's vote to convict Trump as something that "Louisiana did not forget."

Alternet - The winner of the runoff on June 27 will meet the Democratic nominee in the general election scheduled for November 3.

Newsweek - Trump stated that Cassidy's "political career is over" after Cassidy lost the primary to Letlow.

BBC News - Letlow's victory is seen as a significant win for Trump, who branded Cassidy as "disloyal."

NBC News - Cassidy stated in his concession speech, "I am not claiming the election was stolen," after losing the Louisiana primary.

PBS - Cassidy's campaign is expected to have spent approximately $9.6 million on advertising through May 16, while the Louisiana Freedom Fund, a super PAC supporting him, is on track to spend $12.3 million.

PBS - Letlow's campaign has spent roughly $3.9 million, and a super PAC backing her, the Accountability Project, has spent about $6 million since her campaign launch.

PBS - Fleming's campaign has spent about $1.5 million.

PBS - If no candidate receives at least 50% of the vote in the primary, a runoff will be held on June 27.

NBC News - Republican Senator Bill Cassidy spoke out after losing the Louisiana primary, stating he was not “claiming the election was stolen” during his concession speech.

PBS - Trump criticized Cassidy's impeachment vote, stating "he's going to get CLOBBERED," and called Letlow "a winner who will NEVER let you down."

PBS - Letlow's campaign has spent roughly $3.9 million, and a super PAC backing her, the Accountability Project, has spent about $6 million since her campaign launch.

PBS - Fleming's campaign has spent about $1.5 million.

PBS - The Louisiana Senate primary is moving forward despite a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision affecting congressional maps, which has led to the postponement of House primaries to allow for redistricting.

PBS - Letlow's campaign has spent roughly $3.9 million, and a super PAC backing her, the Accountability Project, has spent about $6 million since her campaign launch.

PBS - Fleming's campaign has spent about $1.5 million.

PBS - The Louisiana Senate primary is scheduled for Saturday, with a potential runoff on June 27 if no candidate receives at least 50% of the vote.

PBS - Letlow's campaign has spent roughly $3.9 million, and a super PAC backing her, the Accountability Project, has spent about $6 million since her campaign launch.

PBS - Fleming's campaign has spent about $1.5 million.

PBS - Cassidy's campaign is expected to have spent roughly $9.6 million on advertising, while the Louisiana Freedom Fund, a super PAC supporting him, is on track to spend $12.3 million.

PBS - Letlow's campaign has spent approximately $3.9 million, and a super PAC backing her, the Accountability Project, has spent about $6 million since her campaign launch.

PBS - If no candidate receives at least 50% of the vote in the primary, a runoff will be held on June 27.

Newsweek - President Trump described Sen. Bill Cassidy as a “sleazebag” in his latest social media post.

Newsweek - Sen. Bill Cassidy is currently polling in third place in the GOP primary.

Slate - The Louisiana Senate primary is set to take place on Saturday, with the possibility of a runoff next month.

Slate - Sen. Bill Cassidy is facing the risk of becoming the first incumbent senator to lose a primary in nearly a decade.

Fox News - President Trump described Sen. Bill Cassidy as a “disloyal disaster” in a social media post.

ABC News - Rep. Julia Letlow is challenging Sen. Bill Cassidy in the Louisiana GOP primary.

WHERE:

ABC News - The events are taking place in Louisiana.

WHEN:

NBC News - Cassidy's concession speech occurred after the Louisiana primary loss, which resulted in Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming advancing to a runoff.

WHY:

PBS - Cassidy's political challenges are attributed to his vote to convict Trump during his impeachment trial, which has significantly impacted his standing with voters.

PBS - Cassidy's vote to convict Trump during his impeachment trial has been a significant factor in his political challenges.

PBS - Republican Gov. Jeff Landry's decision to postpone the congressional primaries may weigh against Cassidy, potentially dampening turnout among less fervently pro-Trump voters.

PBS - Republican Gov. Jeff Landry's decision to postpone the congressional primaries may negatively impact Cassidy by dampening turnout among less fervently pro-Trump voters.

Slate - Cassidy's political challenges are attributed to his past vote to convict Trump during his impeachment trial five years ago.

Fox News - President Trump’s endorsement of Julia Letlow is part of his criticism of Sen. Cassidy's loyalty to the party and Trump himself.

HOW:

PBS - Cassidy criticized the new primary system for being confusing, stating that it required voters to ask for a partisan ballot, which led to some voters being unable to vote for him.

NBC News - Cassidy criticized the new primary system for being confusing, stating that it led to some voters being unable to vote for him.

PBS - Cassidy criticized the new primary system for being confusing, stating that it required voters to ask for a partisan ballot, which led to some voters being unable to vote for him.

Fox News - President Trump utilized social media to express his views and endorse Letlow.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 13:24 UTC)

In a recent concession speech, Cassidy emphasized that "our country is not about one individual," highlighting the importance of democracy while refraining from claiming the election was stolen. His campaign spending has approached $10 million, with a significant amount focused on ads attacking Letlow, who has pointed out that Cassidy's vote to convict Trump is something "Louisiana did not forget." Looking ahead, the winner of the runoff on June 27 will face the Democratic nominee in the general election set for November 3.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 11:15 UTC)

Trump declared that Cassidy's "political career is over" following Cassidy's defeat in the primary to Letlow, a victory that Trump views as a major win for himself, especially after branding Cassidy as "disloyal." Cassidy's decision to vote for Trump's conviction during the impeachment trial has played a crucial role in his political struggles. In response to his loss, Cassidy criticized the new primary system for its confusion, claiming it prevented some voters from casting their ballots for him.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 09:26 UTC)

In a recent concession speech, Cassidy acknowledged his defeat in the Louisiana primary, stating, "I am not claiming the election was stolen." His campaign reportedly spent around $9.6 million on advertising, while a super PAC supporting him, the Louisiana Freedom Fund, is projected to spend $12.3 million, in contrast to Letlow's campaign, which has spent roughly $3.9 million with backing from the Accountability Project at about $6 million. If no candidate secures at least 50% of the vote, a runoff is set to take place on June 27.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 07:49 UTC)

Republican Senator Bill Cassidy addressed his supporters after losing the Louisiana primary, making it clear that he was not “claiming the election was stolen” during his concession speech. The primary results led to Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming advancing to a runoff. Cassidy's remarks came shortly after the election results were announced.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 06:03 UTC)

Trump has criticized Cassidy's impeachment vote, warning that "he's going to get CLOBBERED," while praising Letlow as "a winner who will NEVER let you down." Cassidy's campaign has reportedly spent around $9.6 million on advertising, with the Louisiana Freedom Fund planning to contribute an additional $12.3 million, while Letlow's campaign has invested approximately $3.9 million, supported by the Accountability Project's $6 million. Meanwhile, Cassidy has voiced concerns about the new primary system, claiming it confuses voters and may hinder turnout among those less enthusiastic about Trump.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 04:16 UTC)

The Louisiana Senate primary is moving forward despite a recent U.S. Supreme Court decision that has postponed House primaries for redistricting. Cassidy's campaign is projected to have spent around $9.6 million on advertising, while the Louisiana Freedom Fund, a super PAC supporting him, is expected to spend $12.3 million, although the postponement may hurt turnout among less fervently pro-Trump voters. Cassidy has criticized the new primary system for being confusing, claiming it requires voters to ask for a partisan ballot, which has resulted in some voters being unable to cast their votes for him.

(UPDATED May 17, 2026 01:30 UTC)

The Louisiana Senate primary is set for Saturday, and if no candidate secures at least 50% of the vote, a runoff will take place on June 27. Cassidy's campaign has invested approximately $9.6 million in advertising, while the Louisiana Freedom Fund, a super PAC supporting him, is expected to spend $12.3 million; in contrast, Letlow's campaign has spent around $3.9 million with backing from the Accountability Project, which has contributed about $6 million. Cassidy has voiced concerns about the new primary system, arguing that its complexity may confuse voters and hinder turnout, particularly among those who are less ardently pro-Trump.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 23:12 UTC)

Cassidy's campaign is projected to spend around $9.6 million on advertising, while the Louisiana Freedom Fund, a super PAC supporting him, is expected to contribute $12.3 million. In contrast, Letlow's campaign has spent approximately $3.9 million, with her supporting super PAC, the Accountability Project, investing about $6 million since her campaign began. If no candidate secures at least 50% of the vote in the primary, a runoff is scheduled for June 27.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 21:20 UTC)

In a recent social media post, President Trump referred to Senator Bill Cassidy as a “sleazebag.” This remark comes as Cassidy finds himself polling in third place in the GOP primary. The political landscape continues to shift as candidates vie for position ahead of the upcoming elections.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 19:18 UTC)

The Louisiana Senate primary is scheduled for Saturday, and there’s a chance of a runoff next month. Senator Bill Cassidy is at risk of becoming the first incumbent senator to lose a primary in nearly a decade, a situation largely tied to his past vote to convict Trump during the impeachment trial five years ago. As the primary approaches, Cassidy's political future hangs in the balance, reflecting the ongoing impact of his controversial decision.

(UPDATED May 16, 2026 17:19 UTC)

In Louisiana, Rep. Julia Letlow is challenging incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy in the GOP primary, with President Trump backing Letlow and labeling Cassidy a “disloyal disaster” in a recent social media post. Trump's endorsement of Letlow highlights his criticism of Cassidy's loyalty to the party and to him personally. The primary race is heating up as both candidates vie for support in this pivotal election.