Where do things stand with Louisiana's primaries?
Early voting for Louisiana’s primary elections begin Saturday – though votes won’t count for every race on the ballot.
TL;DR
- Early voting for Louisiana's primary elections began Saturday, May 9, with election day set for May 16.
- U.S. House primary races have been delayed by Governor Jeff Landry due to a Supreme Court ruling on racial gerrymandering.
- Voting rights groups are suing to stop the delay of the House primaries.
- Senator Bill Cassidy faces a primary challenge, largely due to his vote to impeach Donald Trump.
- Cassidy's approval ratings among Republicans are low, while Trump remains highly popular.
- A competitive state Supreme Court primary features accusations of liberal leanings and Christian conservative credentials.
- Louisiana will adopt closed primary elections in 2026.