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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 KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News
· 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 Alamo Heights News
The Louisiana Senate runoff may seem distant from Alamo Heights , but the implications of a Trump-backed candidate's potential victory resonate locally. As San Antonio area residents watch national politics influence state and local elections, they may consider how similar dynamics could play out in Bexar County. The fact that Letlow's campaign has focused on loyalty to the former president rather than local issues raises questions about the role of national party politics in shaping regional agendas. For Alamo Heights voters, this runoff serves as a reminder to stay informed about the local connections and potential consequences of national political trends, particularly as they relate to the city's own government and representation. The outcome of the Louisiana runoff could also have indirect effects on Texas's own Senate representation, given the state's senators, like John Cornyn, have been targeted by Trump's primary efforts.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC) - San Antonio News ·
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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