Louisiana Democrats’ near-miss on Senate seat gives party hope for governor’s race

By: Piper Hutchinson

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: November 5, 2026

Words: 718

Last Updated: 3 days, 21 hours ago

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Jamie Davis’ narrow loss to U.S. Rep. Julia Letlow, R-Baton Rouge, has given Louisiana Democrats hope they could unseat a slate of Republican statewide elected officials next year, including Gov. Jeff Landry.

“Jeff Landry, you’re on notice, buddy,” Davis told his supporters on election night, later confirming to reporters he is mulling a run for governor.

Davis’ loss to Letlow by about 25,000 votes — less than a two-point margin …

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