LA Senate primary and election day May 16
Key Questions
Who is running in the LA Senate primary?
Senator Cassidy faces challengers including Letlow and Fleming in the May 16 primary. The race carries high stakes for the 2026 political map.
What other items are on the Louisiana May 16 ballot?
Voters will decide constitutional amendments addressing judges, pay, and taxes along with the St. George split proposal. These measures add complexity to the election.
Why is the LA Senate primary important for 2026?
The outcome will influence Louisiana's congressional and Senate maps heading into the 2026 midterms. Cassidy's primary performance could reshape the state's political landscape.
Cassidy faces Letlow/Fleming primary; amendments on judges/pay/taxes; St. George split; high stakes for 2026 map.
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Updated May 16, 2026