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Last update: 11 hours agoLouisiana Politics: Sen. Bill Cassidy’s GOP comeback story ended fast—Trump declared his career “OVER!” after Cassidy lost the Louisiana Senate primary, clearing the way for Rep. Julia Letlow and state Treasurer John Fleming to face off in a June 27 runoff. Runoff Stakes: Letlow led the field with 44%, while Cassidy finished third at 25%, after voters rejected the senator who voted to convict Trump in 2021. Voting Rights Backdrop: The upset lands amid fresh national pressure over the Voting Rights Act after a Supreme Court decision tied to Louisiana’s map fight sparked rallies in Selma and Montgomery. Local Culture & Business: In Baton Rouge, Coca-Cola United unveiled Louisiana’s America250 commemorative mini-can at its plant, while Buc-ee’s sued a Georgia convenience store over brand similarities. Sports: Southeastern Louisiana forced a Game 7-style finish in its conference tournament, setting up a Sunday showdown after surviving McNeese.
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