Overview
- President Trump urged Rep. Julia Letlow to enter the race on Truth Social, offering a "complete and total" endorsement if she runs.
- Letlow thanked Trump for the support but has not announced a campaign, and she must file by Feb. 13 to appear on the primary ballot.
- Sen. Bill Cassidy said he will seek another term and expressed confidence he would defeat Letlow, a clash rooted in his 2021 vote to convict Trump.
- MAHA PAC, a group linked to allies of HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., pledged $1 million to boost a likely Letlow bid, highlighting outside backing in the contest.
- Senate Majority Leader John Thune urged Trump to stick with Cassidy as Republicans worry about Senate vote margins, while other GOP contenders such as Treasurer John Fleming say they will stay in the race.