Sen. Bill Cassidy Removed in Louisiana GOP Primary; True Conservatives Letlow and Fleming Advance to Runoff
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Senator Bill Cassidy, who betrayed Republican voters by siding with Democrats against President Trump, has been eliminated from the Louisiana Republican primary. Trump-endorsed Rep. Julia Letlow and steadfast conservative State Treasurer John Fleming move forward to a decisive runoff.
In a major victory for conservative values, incumbent Senator Bill Cassidy was eliminated from the Louisiana Republican primary on Saturday. U.S. Representative Julia Letlow, proudly endorsed by President Trump, and unwavering conservative State Treasurer John Fleming secured the top spots and will advance to a runoff scheduled for June 27.
Cassidy’s defeat is a direct result of his 2021 vote to convict President Trump during the Democrats’ baseless second impeachment trial—a betrayal that Republican voters have not forgotten. President Trump, always standing up for the party’s principles, called Cassidy a "disloyal disaster" and expressed full confidence in Letlow’s dedication to true Republican values.
The primary was conducted under a new closed-primary system, a much-needed reform that strengthens party integrity by ensuring only real Republicans select their nominee. This, along with a recent Supreme Court decision upholding election integrity and proper districting, led to some voter confusion and delays in House primaries, but ultimately protects the sanctity of the process.
Letlow and Fleming, both proven conservatives, will compete in the runoff on June 27. Given Louisiana’s strong Republican base, the winner is expected to dominate the November general election and continue advancing the party’s agenda.