Congresswoman Julia Letlow is one step closer to becoming Louisiana’s next United States Senator after a decisive victory in Saturday’s Republican runoff election. With President Donald Trump’s endorsement and strong support across the state, Letlow defeated State Treasurer John Fleming to secure the Republican nomination for the seat being vacated by Sen. Bill Cassidy. She won with approximately 57% of the vote, carrying much of the state and further cementing her status as

MFP Vote Becomes Latest Test for Landry’s Legislative Influence Although this year’s legislative session ended several weeks ago, one of the most consequential votes may still be ahead. Louisiana lawmakers are being asked to approve Governor Jeff Landry’s proposed changes to the state’s Minimum Foundation Program (MFP), the formula that determines how billions of dollars are distributed to public schools each year. The governor’s proposal is designed to create a permanent fun

The Republican Party of Louisiana had an opportunity Saturday to weigh in on the state’s most closely watched political contest, but members of the Republican State Central Committee overwhelmingly chose to stay on the sidelines. Meeting in Baton Rouge, the Louisiana GOP voted against endorsing either of the remaining candidates in the Republican U.S. Senate runoff: U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow and State Treasurer John Fleming. The decision is particularly notable because Fleming e