State Senator Troy Carter, the second person to announce their run for Louisiana’s 2nd Congressional District, receives an endorsement from Congressman Cedric Richmond. Political Analyst Clancy Dubos says Richmond’s backing to fill his seat is significant.
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Last week Georgia’s Stacey Abrams endorsed Senator Karen Carter Peterson’s campaign.
Quarterback Drew Brees 20-year Pro Football Hall of Fame career most likely ended last night with Tampa Bay’s 30-20 win over the Saints. Brees has been contemplating retirement after the last couple of seasons and once again plans to think it over again.
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Last night he threw just one TD pass and he was intercepted three times.
The incoming Biden Administration proposes a 1.9 trillion-dollar COVID relief and economic stimulus plan. The plan includes a call for an increase in the minimum wage to 15 dollars an hour, and an end to the tipped minimum wage. Republican Congressman and House Minority Whip Steve Scalise says it would end up sending a lot of jobs to China.
Lieutenant General Russel Honore has been appointed to oversee the investigation of Capitol Security after protestors stormed the building on January 6th. LSU Communications Professor Bob Mann says Honoree retired from the Army in 2008 and his retirement will assist with the investigation.
Honore a Louisiana native, oversaw the Joint Task Force after Katrina.