Congresswoman Julia Letlow Qualifies for Louisiana Senate Race

Letlow celebrates her accomplishments and vows to continue Trump's agenda if elected

Published on Feb. 13, 2026

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Congresswoman Julia Letlow (R-La.) has qualified for the U.S. Senate race in Louisiana, challenging incumbent Sen. Bill Cassidy (R-La.). Letlow, who was endorsed by former President Donald Trump, touted her record of securing over $130 million for Louisiana and vowed to continue Trump's agenda if elected to the Senate.

Why it matters

This race is seen as a key battleground in the ongoing political divide between establishment Republicans and those aligned with the Trump wing of the party. Letlow's entry into the race sets up a high-profile primary challenge that could have national implications.

The details

Letlow announced her intention to run for the Senate seat in January after receiving Trump's endorsement, which he described as a 'TOTAL WINNER!' in a Truth Social post. During her remarks after qualifying, Letlow celebrated her accomplishments in the 5th Congressional District, including securing over $130 million in funding for law enforcement support, workforce development, and infrastructure projects. She said she is 'proud' of her work and is ready to 'continue moving forward with President Trump's agenda' if elected to the Senate.

  • Letlow qualified for the U.S. Senate race on the final day of qualifying.
  • Letlow announced her intention to run for the Senate seat in January 2026.

The players

Julia Letlow

Congresswoman representing Louisiana's 5th Congressional District and Republican candidate for the U.S. Senate.

Bill Cassidy

Incumbent U.S. Senator from Louisiana and member of the Republican Party.

Donald Trump

Former President of the United States who endorsed Letlow's Senate campaign.

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What they’re saying

“I could not be prouder to be a candidate to continue moving forward with President Trump's agenda.”

— Julia Letlow, Congresswoman and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate (cenlanow.com)

“I loathe the negativity that has to take place in campaigns. I wish that we all could run positive campaigns on our records and our vision and our dreams for Louisiana.”

— Julia Letlow, Congresswoman and Republican candidate for U.S. Senate (cenlanow.com)

What’s next

The race for the Louisiana Senate seat is expected to heat up in the coming months, with attack ads and other negative campaigning likely to intensify as the primary election approaches.

The takeaway

Letlow's entry into the Senate race sets up a high-stakes battle within the Republican Party, as she seeks to position herself as a Trump-aligned conservative alternative to the more establishment-leaning incumbent Cassidy. The outcome of this race could have significant implications for the direction of the GOP in Louisiana and beyond.