Senator Bill Cassidy could be facing another opponent in next year’s Republican primary, and the first challenger is not happy about it at all. There are reports that President Trump and Governor Landry are trying to urge Congresswoman Julia Letlow to enter the 2026 race for Cassidy’s seat. State Treasurer John Fleming is alleging that the three could be behind a backdoor deal.

Cut 3 (14) “…an educator herself.” 

Cassidy is seen as being vulnerable, in large part because of his vote to convict then-former President Donald Trump in his second impeachment trial in 2021. Cassidy says while he stands by his vote, all that is in the past, and he has patched things up with the now-current President.

Cut 5 (08) “…working with him.”

The small West Baton Rouge Parish town of Addis is ready to roll out the welcome mat for its newest hometown hero, John Foster. The 18-year-old LSU freshman is paying a visit to his hometown tonight after making it to the season finale of American Idol. Mayor David Toups (“toops”) says the town will throw a parade for Foster along First Street at five this evening, followed by a ceremony and mini-concert at 7:30 at Bayou Plaquemine Waterfront Park.

Cut 8 (13) “…by American Idol.”

Former East Baton Rouge Mayor-President and reporter Kip Holden died today at age 72 after a lengthy illness. Former Lieutenant Governor and state lawmaker Jay Dardenne remembers serving in the legislature with Holden.

Cut 6 (11) “…work with everybody.” 

Holden started as a reporter before serving on the Metro Council, in the State House, and Senate.