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Three candidates launch bids to succeed Letlow in Congressional District Five

WBRZ Baton Rouge

Jan 22, 2026

BATON ROUGE - Three candidates have lined up to take U.S. Representative Julia Letlow's seat, a day after she announced her bid for the U.S. Senate. House District five stretched f…

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