Louisiana’s political landscape just shifted dramatically as Rep. Julia Letlow announced her Trump-endorsed Senate campaign against establishment incumbent Bill Cassidy, setting up what promises to be the most consequential Republican primary battle in the Deep South. With her rallying cry of “Let’s Geaux!” echoing across the Bayou State, Letlow has thrown down the gauntlet in a race that will determine whether Louisiana sends a true America First champion or another Washington accommodationist to the U.S. Senate.
The stakes couldn’t be higher for constitutional conservatives. Cassidy’s betrayal of Louisiana voters—voting to impeach President Trump over January 6th despite overwhelming support for Trump in his home state—exemplifies everything wrong with the Republican establishment’s disconnect from grassroots America. While 58% of Louisiana voters backed Trump in 2020, their own senator chose to side with Chuck Schumer and Nancy Pelosi in a vindictive impeachment charade that violated both constitutional principles and the will of his constituents.
But Cassidy’s treachery didn’t end there. His enthusiastic support for the Democrats’ bloated infrastructure boondoggle—a $1.2 trillion spending spree masquerading as genuine infrastructure investment—handed Joe Biden a crucial bipartisan victory while saddling American taxpayers with more debt. True infrastructure investment would have focused on roads, bridges, and ports that strengthen American commerce. Instead, Cassidy helped Democrats funnel billions toward green energy fantasies and progressive pet projects that weaken our energy independence.
Enter Julia Letlow, whose compelling personal story embodies the citizen-legislator tradition that built America. After the tragic loss of her husband Luke, who was elected to Congress but died before taking office, Julia stepped forward to serve Louisiana’s Fifth District with distinction. Her meteoric rise from political newcomer to Trump-endorsed Senate candidate reflects the kind of authentic leadership that resonates with voters tired of career politicians who’ve forgotten their roots.
President Trump’s enthusiastic endorsement carries particular weight in Louisiana, where his America First agenda delivered real results. Trump’s energy policies unleashed Louisiana’s oil and gas sector, creating thousands of high-paying jobs while strengthening national security through energy independence. His tough trade policies protected Louisiana’s agricultural exports from unfair foreign competition. His constitutional originalist judges restored the rule of law that protects religious liberty and Second Amendment rights cherished by Louisiana families.
Letlow’s campaign represents more than just a primary challenge—it’s a referendum on the future direction of the Republican Party. Will the GOP continue enabling the Washington swamp’s managed decline of American sovereignty, or will it embrace the populist nationalism that delivered historic victories for working families? Letlow’s presence in the race, alongside State Treasurer John Fleming, signals that Louisiana Republicans are ready for authentic conservative leadership.
The constitutional implications extend far beyond Louisiana’s borders. Every squishy Republican senator who collaborated with Democrats on their radical agenda should take notice. The era of consequence-free betrayal is ending, replaced by accountability to the voters who sent them to Washington to fight, not surrender.
Cassidy’s defensive posture—suddenly emphasizing his “conservative” credentials while justifying his anti-Trump votes—reveals the political reality even establishment Republicans can’t ignore. The base has moved decisively toward America First principles, leaving globalist accommodationists scrambling to explain their records of compromise and capitulation.
For Louisiana patriots, the choice is clear. They can re-elect a senator who sides with Washington elites over Louisiana values, or they can send a proven fighter who understands that America’s strength comes from constitutional governance, energy independence, and respect for the forgotten men and women who make this country great.
The Bayou State stands at a crossroads. With Julia Letlow leading the charge for America First principles, Louisiana has the opportunity to send a powerful message that the era of establishment accommodation is over. It’s time to geaux with authentic conservative leadership that puts America—and Louisiana—first.
