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US Rep. Julia Letlow, endorsed by Trump, wins the GOP primary for Senate in Louisiana
By Thomas Beaumont And Jack Brook, Associated Press at KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC)
· June 27, 2026
· 5 min read
U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Louisiana on Saturday, giving President Donald Trump a win after he backed her to replace GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy. Letlow, who was endorsed by Trump, defeated state Treasurer John Fleming in the two-candidate runoff after they ...
Key takeaway Letlow, who was endorsed by Trump, defeated state Treasurer John Fleming in the two-candidate runoff after they finished ahead of Cassidy in the GOP primary May 16.
Why this matters in Magnolia News
The outcome of the Louisiana Senate primary has implications for Montgomery County residents who follow national politics. As a community within the Houston area, Magnolia 's voters often look to statewide and national elections for cues on the direction of the country. U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow's victory, backed by President Donald Trump, signals a shift in the Republican party's dynamics. With Trump's endorsement proving influential in Louisiana, it will be interesting to see how this plays out in Texas, where Trump has also been active in endorsing candidates. The fact that Letlow has pledged to work in lockstep with Trump may resonate with some voters in Montgomery County, who have historically supported Republican candidates. As the general election approaches, Magnolia residents can expect to see more discussion about the role of national politics in local issues, and how Letlow's potential victory could impact the region's representation in Washington.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KPRC 2 Houston / Click2Houston (NBC) ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow won the Republican nomination for U.S. Senate in Louisiana on Saturday, giving President Donald Trump a win after he backed her to replace GOP Sen. Bill Cassidy. Letlow, who was endorsed by Trump, defeated state Treasurer John Fleming in the two-candidate runoff after they ...
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