The Louisiana Republican Congressional delegation is in support of the GOP’s plan to overhaul the nation’s tax code. Some democrats have already criticized the plan saying it would only benefit the wealthy, and that the middle class wouldn’t even get that big of a break. But Representative Clay Higgins says that is wrong…:
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A Morning Consult poll finds Governor John Bel Edwards approval rating among voters is 52-percent. LSU Political Science Professor Robert Hogan says that’s a solid number for a Democrat in a red state. Hogan says Edwards has done well to stay away from partisan disputes…
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Edwards is closing in on two years in office.

Attorney General Jeff Landry is not happy the Edwards administration has filed a lawsuit against drug manufacturers over the opioid crisis and he’s asked a state judge to take over the suit. Michelle Southern has more…
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Early voting begins tomorrow for the November 18 election. There is one statewide item, the election for state treasurer. 32 parishes have local propositions. The largest turnout should occur in New Orleans for the mayoral run-off. Secretary of State Tom Schedler expects a very low turnout overall.