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Trump-backed Julia Letlow wins Louisiana GOP Senate runoff, completing president’s revenge plot against Bill Cassidy
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· June 27, 2026
· 5 min read
By Eric Bradner, CNN
(CNN) — US Rep. Julia Letlow will win the Republican nomination for Senate in Louisiana, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, defeating state Treasurer John Fleming in a runoff in which she made her endorsement from President Donald Trump a centerpiece of her pitch.
Letlow’s vic...
Key takeaway ” She said Fleming had called and conceded.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Pasoans watching the Louisiana Senate runoff may notice a familiar dynamic at play, as the influence of national politics is tested in a local election. The contest between Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming serves as a fresh example of how national figures like President Donald Trump can shape the trajectory of regional elections. Given El Paso 's own experience with the intersection of local and national politics, particularly in the realm of immigration enforcement, the outcome of this election may hold relevance for the border community. Trump's endorsement of Letlow, citing her support for his immigration enforcement efforts, may resonate with some El Paso voters who have seen firsthand the impact of federal policies on local border issues. The result of this runoff will likely be closely watched by politicians and voters in El Paso, who may be considering the implications for their own upcoming elections.
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Published: June 27, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? By Eric Bradner, CNN
(CNN) — US Rep. Julia Letlow will win the Republican nomination for Senate in Louisiana, CNN’s Decision Desk projects, defeating state Treasurer John Fleming in a runoff in which she made her endorsement from President Donald Trump a centerpiece of her pitch.
Letlow’s vic...
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