Richard Nelson Endorses Jeff Landry

LAFAYETTE, La. —Today, Jeff Landry announced that he has received the endorsement of Representative Richard Nelson in his race for Governor of Louisiana. Richard Nelson recently ended his bid for governor and in turn, put his support behind Jeff Landry.

In his statement, Nelson said:

“I ran for governor to improve the lives of the people of Louisiana, and we have been fortunate to travel to every corner of the state spreading the gospel of good government. While this was always going to be a difficult race, I am proud of the impact we made with the resources we had. I want to thank my supporters and especially my family for the sacrifices they have made on this journey."

“My heart will always be committed to Louisiana, and that is why I am happy to support Attorney General Landry to be our next governor. I believe that Jeff has the commitment and the courage to bring the fundamental reforms we need in state government. Our people need good jobs, good schools, and good health, and Jeff is the best candidate for the job.”

Jeff Landry was honored to receive the endorsement saying:

“We are honored to have the endorsement of Representative Richard Nelson. These past few months have proven that Richard is deeply committed and passionate about improving our state and the lives of folks across Louisiana. He and I both understand this race is an opportunity to chart a new course for Louisiana, one where our children and grandchildren want to stay and build a future. I look forward to continuing to unite folks across our state as we work to bring Louisiana a government as good as its people.”

Kennedy, Manchin introduce bipartisan resolution urging NATO allies to meet defense spending pledge

“By not meeting their own pledge to spend 2% of GDP on defense, our NATO allies are opening the door to further political instability. Every member of NATO must do its part, just as many countries are already doing, to deter bad actors like Russia from advancing their goals.”

WASHINGTON – Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Joe Manchin (D-W.Va.) introduced a resolution urging all member nations of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) to spend a minimum of 2% of their gross domestic product on defense.

“Friends tell friends the truth: By not meeting their own pledge to spend 2% of GDP on defense, our NATO allies are opening the door to further political instability. Every member of NATO must do its part, just as many countries are already doing, to deter bad actors like Russia from advancing their goals,” said Kennedy.

“To effectively confront the vast range of security risks we face—from Russia and China to cybersecurity, our NATO allies must fully meet defense spending commitments. Peace and stability do not come without a price and that’s why I am proud to introduce this resolution urging NATO members to strive toward the agreed-upon 2% of GDP defense spending allocation. I urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle to support this resolution to ensure every NATO state is shouldering the responsibilities of this defense alliance,” said Manchin.

The resolution also commends member countries including Greece, the United Kingdom, Finland, Poland, Estonia, Lithuania, Hungary, Romania and Slovakia for taking strides to either meet or exceed the spending commitment.

Background:

• In 2006, member countries of NATO first agreed to spend 2% of GDP on defense. In 2014, at the NATO Summit in Wales, all member countries once again committed to maintain or move toward meeting the 2% defense spending minimum within 10 years.

• As of 2022, only 11 member countries were meeting the 2% minimum, including the U.S. and the United Kingdom.

• Many member countries issued statements pledging to meet the 2% minimum following the invasion of Ukraine by the Russian Federation, yet many member countries are projected to not reach the minimum until as late as 2035.

• Kennedy recently commended NATO allies for increasing defense spending on the Senate floor and called on other countries to meet their commitments.

The resolution is available here

Landry Launches Eighth TV Ad: Fed Up

LAFAYETTE, La. — Today, Jeff Landry released his eighth televised advertisement in his campaign for Governor of Louisiana. The ad highlights Louisiana’s crime problem and how as governor, Jeff Landry will restore law and order. Watch the full ad here.

 “Louisiana, the worst in the nation for murder. 

Three of America’s most dangerous cities are right here. 

Violent crime is out of control. 

Juvenile crime is skyrocketing. 

Jeff Landry knows the system is broken. 

End catch and release.

Criminals should serve their time.

Woke judges and DAs should be held accountable. 

And victims and police deserve our respect. 

A governor who will finally restore law and order.”

STATE REPRESENTATIVE MIKE JOHNSON CALLS FOR REPUBLICAN UNITY IN THE SELECTION OF SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE

Pineville, Louisiana – In support of a widespread call for unity within the House Republican Delegation, State Representative Mike Johnson sent a letter addressed to colleagues and candidates for state representative, emphasizing the critical need for strong, reform-minded leadership to propel Louisiana toward a brighter future. He laid out a vision for unity in selecting a Republican candidate for Speaker of the House.

As Louisiana stands on the brink of transformative change, it is important to have a unified Republican Party in the House to effectively pass a bold agenda that will benefit the state and its citizens. His message made it unequivocally clear that he is not a candidate for Speaker of the House, nor does he endorse any specific candidate in the running.

In launching this project, the primary objective is to ensure that the process of selecting a Republican candidate for Speaker remains transparent and undivided.

To safeguard this process from outside interference, Representative Johnson pledged to support only the Republican candidate who secures the support of the caucus, regardless of who they are.

He now calls upon all Republicans to do the same, emphasizing that unity is essential for the prosperity of the chamber and the state. Representative Johnson encouraged fellow Republicans to join him in preserving the integrity of the selection process.

Johnson highlighted the immense potential for positive change in Louisiana, with the possibility of a Republican governor and super-majorities in both chambers, making it clear that the stakes are too high to squander this opportunity.

In support of a widespread call for unity and reform, Mike Johnson is ready to build a coalition that will set the tone for a more prosperous future for the state.

Oil & Gas Workers Association Endorses Jeff Landry for Governor

Lafayette, La. — Today, Jeff Landry announced that he has received the endorsement of the Oil & Gas Workers Association.

"It is an honor to receive the endorsement of the Oil & Gas Workers Association. The oil and gas industry built Louisiana and keeps our economy moving. Standing up for Louisiana's oil and gas industry, the jobs it creates, and the wellbeing of our families will be a top priority of mine as Governor,” said Jeff Landry

Matt Coday, President & Founder, Oil & Gas Workers Association issued the following statement:

“Our oil and gas jobs, economy, America’s energy independence, and our national security are under attack.”

“America’s Oil & Gas Workers need fighters in every state who will not back down to the Biden administration, extreme “environmentalists”, and federal agencies and courts weaponized against American workers and families.

“Jeff Landry understands USA oil and gas production funds roads, schools, hospitals, social programs, and our First Responders. As Attorney General, Jeff Landry has taken on the Biden administration to protect our oil and gas jobs and secure Louisiana’s economy.”

“With Jeff Landry as governor and a more business-friendly climate, Louisiana oil and gas jobs will power the nation and fuel the world.”

“Oil & Gas Workers Association proudly endorses Jeff Landry for Governor and encourages all Louisianans to support him with your vote on October 14.”

LANDRY: The Trouble with Woke DAs And Post-Conviction Plea Deals

Imagine the unthinkable: your loved one is killed in a horrible crime. Upon notification, you experience a surge of grief, shock, anger, and disbelief; then you are plunged into Louisiana’s criminal justice system. After an investigation, the arrest is made; then a grand jury indicts the perpetrator with one count of second-degree murder. The killer pleads “not guilty.”

After months or even years of trial preparation, you’re in court for several days – experiencing those same raw feelings all over again as lawyers on both sides make their arguments to the jury. The facts of the case stick to you like glue; and by the end of the trial, you feel tarred and feathered with emotions, regrets, and what ifs. After a short period of time, the jury comes back with a unanimous verdict of guilty.

A few weeks later, the man who ended your loved one’s life and destroyed your own is sentenced to life imprisonment at hard labor without benefit of probation, parole, or suspension of sentence. The appeals process proceeds, during which the killer is defeated again, and again, and again. Slowly, you find yourself able to relax a little more, let go of some anger, and eventually find a sense of calm. And as the decades roll by, you find comfort in justice being served and the saga being over.

But then — suddenly — over 20 years later, the District Attorney surprises everyone by granting a post-conviction plea deal. This backroom deal eliminates the unanimous verdict for second-degree murder, instead free-passing a lesser charge of manslaughter. Gone is the sentence of life imprisonment; now it is simply 35 years with credit for time served. The murderer you thought would never see the free world again could now be standing behind you in the checkout line at your local grocery store.

Unfortunately, this is no longer a hypothetical situation; and for too many, this is a fearful reality because of La. C.Cr.P. Article 930:10. In 2021, the Louisiana Legislature unanimously passed SB 186 and John Bel Edwards signed it into law as Act 104. While proponents claimed it would “enhance the judiciary’s authority” and “conserve judicial economy,” the truth is it enables district attorneys to serve as kings over their fiefdoms – issuing pardons to anyone at all, without any limitations or constraints.

Naturally, no one wants innocent individuals to rot in jail. That is why our appeals process exists: to give defendants the opportunity to prove their factual innocence. However, once a verdict has been finalized, there are no more ‘get out of jail free’ cards...until Act 104. And while most DAs are honorable and only a few have ever used this statute, Jason Williams in New Orleans has made it a method for emptying jails and releasing offenders back into the streets. He has granted pardons left and right to rapists and murderers, further feeding chaos in one of the most dangerous cities in America.

These woke, hug-a-thug policies have very real consequences. After Williams released convicted killer Henry Talley through a post-conviction plea deal, Talley was arrested for fatally shooting 28-year-old mother and nursing assistant Asia Davis. Ms. Davis was pelted with bullets and left to bleed out in front of her apartment complex in the middle of a service road and in clear view of passing traffic. For the victims of the original crimes and the victims of any future crimes perpetrated by offenders like Talley, my office and I are pushing back to end this madness.

Pardons, acts of mercy, and the power of clemency have belonged to the governor since 1804. Even then, reprieves are only granted to those who receive a “favorable recommendation of the Board of Pardons.” To grant a district attorney unfettered power to pardon any defendant by tossing out a final “conviction, sentence, or habitual offender status” without proving factual innocence is not only unconstitutional but also insulting to the victims and their families.

That is why I challenged the statute in court allowing for post-conviction plea agreements; and last week, we delivered a win for victims and their families. The judicial branch should never have been granted this level of power; and on Friday, the Louisiana Supreme Court agreed. The court upheld the rule of law and stopped this unconstitutional pathway to freedom for some of our State’s worst offenders.

The measure of our success will never be how many violent offenders we let out of jail; rather, it will be how we keep people from going to jail. As I have said many times before: when good people do bad things, they deserve a second chance; but when bad people do bad things, they should be put away for a long time. Fortunately, the Supreme Court made that possible by removing this unconstitutional path to injustice.  

Jeff Landry
Attorney General - Louisiana

Kennedy, Tillis demand AG Garland protect Second Amendment rights of citizens of New Mexico

“Governor Grisham has issued an order which is being used to blatantly trample on the Second Amendment rights of the citizens of New Mexico, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) must act swiftly to stop this unconstitutional power grab.”

WASHINGTON – Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) today joined Sen. Thom Tillis (R-N.C.) in demanding Attorney General Merrick Garland protect the Second Amendment rights of New Mexicans from the unconstitutional actions of Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham.

In a letter to Attorney General Garland, the senators urged the Department of Justice to respond swiftly to Governor Lujan Grisham’s unconstitutional Executive Order 2023-130, which violates the individual right to bear arms upheld in cases like District of Columbia v. Heller and New York State Rifle & Pistol Association, Inc. v. Bruen.

Sens. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), John Cornyn (R-Texas), Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) and Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) also signed the letter.

“Governor Grisham has issued an order which is being used to blatantly trample on the Second Amendment rights of the citizens of New Mexico, and the Department of Justice (DOJ) must act swiftly to stop this unconstitutional power grab,” wrote the senators.

“While the public health order may invoke state law to authorize this unconstitutional infringement, it should be no match for the authority which the DOJ has to enforce our rights under the U.S. Constitution. That is why we are calling on you to enforce the Constitution and intervene on behalf of the constitutional rights of New Mexicans to stop this unconstitutional act from standing,” the senators continued.

“By preventing certain New Mexicans from exercising their constitutional rights to carry a handgun for self-defense outside the home, Governor Grisham is violating the Second Amendment, the Fourteenth Amendment, and Article IV of the Constitution. This is a chilling action, and it is imperative that your Department act immediately to show that this kind of unconstitutional abuse will not be tolerated in New Mexico or anywhere else in the United States,” the senators concluded.

The full letter is available here.

Democrats Froth and Seethe After John Kennedy Reads 'Gender Queer' During Senate Hearing

Sen. John Kennedy made waves on Tuesday after he read excerpts from the book Gender Queer, among others, during a hearing.

The book in question is available in various public schools across the country and has become a symbol of the left's attempt to sexualize children. In light of that, parents across the political spectrum have risen up in order to reassert their rights and demand the removal of pornographic materials from classrooms.

In response to Illinois passing a law against “book bans”, @SenJohnKennedy read from the pornographic book Gender Queer.

Illinois Sec. of State responds by saying "those words are disturbing.”

Disturbing for adults but totally ok for kids in IL schools!pic.twitter.com/Nfy8KGaOBs

— Libs of TikTok (@libsoftiktok) September 12, 2023

Read more: Democrats Froth and Seethe After John Kennedy Reads 'Gender Queer' During Senate Hearing

MIGUEZ: Rooted in Service

Landry Receives NRA Endorsement

Lafayette, La. — Today, Jeff Landry announced that he has received the endorsement of the National Rifle Association (NRA) in the upcoming Louisiana Governor’s race.

 “We are humbled and honored to receive the endorsement of the NRA. As a former police officer, I know how important it is for law-abiding citizens to have the right to self-defense. As someone who grew up hunting and fishing, I was raised to respect firearms. Our Second Amendment must be protected and as Governor, I look forward to continuing that fight,” said Jeff Landry.

NRA’s Endorsement Letter:

Dear Attorney General Landry:

On behalf of NRA’s Political Victory Fund and our members in Louisiana, I am pleased to announce your “A+” rating and endorsement in the October Primary Election for governor. This endorsement reflects your lengthy and proven record of support for the Second Amendment and our hunting heritage. This is our highest rating.

As Attorney General, you worked to protect and expand the right to self-defense by calling on Congress to pass national concealed carry reciprocity. You petitioned the United States Supreme Court to uphold gun owners' rights in NYSRPA v. Bruen. And you unapologetically stood with gun owners and sportsmen in Louisiana by joining every important legal effort to protect the Second Amendment.

Critically, you have also stood against anti-gun zealots, refusing to bend to their calls for gun control as an ineffective means to reduce violent crime. Clearly, if elected the next governor of Louisiana, you will continue to stand against those who seek to diminish our freedoms by ultimately destroying the Second Amendment and our Right to Keep and Bear Arms.

Your rating and endorsement will be listed on our website at www.nrapvf.org and shared with NRA members prior to the upcoming election. Please feel free to communicate your rating and endorsement to voters as you travel the state. Best of luck with your campaign, and we look forward to continuing to work with you to defend and promote our rights in the Pelican State!

Sincerely,

Randy Kozuch
Chairman
NRA Political Victory Fund

Judge Ordered Temporary Restraining Order on Dark Money Ad Likely Tied to Waguespack

Court Documents: “Demonstrably Scurrilous, False and Irresponsible”

LAFAYETTE, La. — Today, the Landry campaign announced that a TV ad, paid for by a dark money group, with ties to Stephen Waguespack, has been ordered off the airwaves. A Louisiana District Court Judge signed the emergency order which states that good cause has been shown that “a false statement about a candidate has been made”. The order continues further instructing the dark money group to “immediately remove from the airwaves” the false and misleading advertisement.  

“This advertisement was a blatant lie against Jeff Landry, and it was rightfully taken down. The Waguespack campaign is using dark money to hide from voters. This was a desperate attempt by Waguespack to manipulate voters and it is shameful,” said Kate Kelly, Communications Director for the Landry Campaign.  

Background on Dark Money Organization:

Louisiana Leadership Fund LLC is a Delaware LLC organized on 9/5/2023. Delaware corporate records do not provide any information on corporate officers. This organization has no paperwork before the IRS and they are not registered with the Louisiana Secretary of State.

The form that Louisiana Leadership Fund LLC submitted to TV stations with their false ad lists an address in Arlington, VA (PO Box 17237, Arlington, VA 22216). That same address is also shared by Safe Streets Safe Communities, Inc., a 501(C)(4) Dark Money group which gave $100,000 to Reboot LA, a pro-Waguespack Super PAC.

Their web address and domain that was provided on forms to the television stations is invalid. The Landry campaign has now purchased the domain.

The Metairie, La address that appears on screen in the malicious advertisement is that of a notary’s office in an obscure office building. There is no record of the dark money group having filed necessary paperwork with the Internal Revenue Service, the Louisiana Secretary of State’s office, or the Louisiana Board of Ethics. The phone number listed on the television advertisement has gone unanswered, and does not appear on any public searches.

Fact vs. Ad

The Ad Falsely Stated: “As Attorney General, Jeff Landry has failed miserably. A lawsuit filed against Landry’s office stated that a wealthy donor found with child porn had a personal connection with Landry.”

The Facts: The defendant was arrested, convicted, and sentenced to jail. Finance records show that the defendant has never contributed to any of Jeff Landry’s campaigns and the attorney for the defendant’s family said they have no connections to Jeff Landry.

The Advocate, April 22, 2021— “The family’s attorney, meanwhile, has said they have no connections to Landry or to any other prosecutors in his office — familial, friendship, business or otherwise. While the Campo family has donated generously to other causes, campaign finance records do not show any contributions to Landry’s campaigns.”

The Advocate, April 22, 2021— “The Campo family, the parents, do not know Jeff Landry,” said attorney Bryan Fisher, who represents the Campo family. “They’ve never met him. They’ve never spoken to him on the phone. They do not know him from Adam.” 

The Ad Falsely Stated: “The case was stalled and Landry waited a year before charging the donor.”

The Facts: Even with the complications of COVID-19, as Attorney General Jeff Landry took action - searching and locating the suspect out-of-state, then negotiating his peaceful arrest, and further monitoring him while in long-term medical treatment facility, before turning the case over to a District Attorney’s office for successful prosecution.

The Advocate, April 22, 2021—Fisher also said the delay in Campo’s arrest was because he was in treatment, and that he briefly left treatment to be arrested — which was negotiated with the Attorney General’s office — and returned to treatment afterward. John McLindon, the attorney representing Campo in the criminal case, also complimented the AG’s office and said they’d handled the case “very professionally.”

The Ad Stated: “Tell Jeff Landry his job should be protecting us.”

The Facts: The AG office has made over 800 arrests related to crimes against children — primarily for the production, possession, and/or distribution of sexual abuse images and videos of juveniles.

Kennedy, Peters introduce bipartisan Patriot Week resolution

“Patriot Week celebrates the heroes throughout our nation’s distinguished history, and helps us honor America’s story together. As we remember the victims of Sept. 11, 2001, and the bravery of first responders on that day, we remain inspired by Americans’ love of country.”

WASHINGTON – Sens. John Kennedy (R-La.) and Gary Peters (D-Mich.) today introduced a resolution to designate the week of Sept. 11 through Sept. 17 as Patriot Week. 

“Patriot Week celebrates the heroes throughout our nation’s distinguished history, and helps us honor America’s story together. As we remember the victims of Sept. 11, 2001, and the bravery of first responders on that day, we remain inspired by Americans’ love of country,” said Kennedy.

“Patriot Week provides an opportunity to reflect on the moments that have shaped our nation’s history, and recognize the values and ideals that define who we are as Americans. Just as our nation came together in the days following the horrific September 11th terrorist attacks, we must always stay unified as Americans to address the serious issues our country faces today. I am thankful for all of Judge Warren’s efforts to bring forth this important initiative and proud to lead this annual recognition in the Senate,” said Peters.

Co-founded by Judge Michael Warren, Patriot Week also celebrates Constitution Day and encourages students to learn about America’s history.

“Despite the seemingly unending waves of tumult facing our nation, we know that the American people can overcome these challenges and thrive if we work together, remembering what unites us. By renewing America’s spirit by deepening the appreciation of the First Principles, Founding Fathers and other Patriots, vital documents and speeches, and flags that make America the greatest nation in world history, we need Patriot Week more than ever. Co-founder Leah (my then 10-year-old daughter) and I remain very touched by the bipartisan partnership of Senators Peters and Kennedy in shepherding another Patriot Week resolution in the world’s greatest deliberative body,” said Warren.

Full text of the resolution is available here.

Jeff Landry's Swamp Party

Jeff Landry hosted his “Swamp Party” on Friday the 8th at the Atchafalaya Club in Henderson, LA. Hundreds of supporters turned out to rally Landry on to victory and to listen to music by Geno Delafose and Wayne Toups.

Jeff Landry Releases Seventh TV Ad: Family Lessons

LAFAYETTE, La. - Today, Jeff Landry released his seventh televised advertisement in his campaign for Governor of Louisiana. The ad is narrated by Jeff Landry’s wife, Sharon. She describes Jeff’s character as one of courage, principle, and kindness.

 Watch the full ad here:

“Jeff Landry is a man of courage, principle, and kindness.

 His mother was a school teacher, his father a man of faith.

 It was their small-town values that formed Jeff’s character.

 As a veteran, a police officer, and our Attorney General, Jeff’s always been a servant leader.

 How do I know? We’ve been married for over 20 years.

 And my husband has always put people first.”

Sen. John Kennedy Nails Why Most Americans Wouldn’t Buy Joe Biden Trying to Sell Mask Mandates

Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) appeared on Fox News recently and was asked if he found the return of mask mandates concerning. 

Kennedy's response was to get to the heart of the matter on the issue of credibility (or lack thereof) when it comes to the CDC, Dr. Fauci, and Joe Biden himself.

Read more: Sen. John Kennedy Nails Why Most Americans Wouldn’t Buy Joe Biden Trying to Sell Mask Mandates

.@SenJohnKennedy

"Most Americans don't trust Biden to make hamburger helper," let alone force more arbitrary mandates.pic.twitter.com/5Zc5anhISb

— MRCTV (@mrctv) September 7, 2023

John Kennedy Confronts Biden nominee Over Past Radical Statements

Former Economic Development Director and Businessman Jeff Landry Releases Sixth TV Ad: “Plan”

LAFAYETTE, La. - Today, Jeff Landry released his sixth televised advertisement in his campaign for Governor of Louisiana. The ad highlights Jeff's background and knowledge as a former economic development director, small business owner, and someone who has employed hundreds of Louisiana citizens. Jeff knows what it takes to bring jobs and economic growth back to Louisiana. 

See the full ad here. 

 “For too long, we’ve let other states get ahead of us in job growth. 

 As a small business owner I know what it takes—I’ve employed hundreds of Louisiana citizens. 

 And as an economic development director, I beat Texas.

 We brought government and industry together—to win a Fortune 500 company and with it, thousands of jobs and an economic boom to the region. 

I love Louisiana and nobody works harder than us. 

We can start winning again."

LANDRY: September Surprise

We’ve barely dipped our toes into the month of September, and already the attacks against us have begun — with political enemies determined to stop our momentum to the Governor’s Office. But here’s what we know: the people of Louisiana are tired of politics as usual. They are tired of voting for change and economic prosperity, only to end up with more of the same (except worse). They are tired of hoping for something different, only to end up with less. And they are tired of theatrical productions and emotional ploys that distract from the actual issues affecting them at home. 

Unfortunately, the insiders in Baton Rouge are not done playing games. In fact, they intend to stir chaos all the way to the finish line — just to hold on to their crumbling grasp of power for a little while longer, no matter what it might cost our State. In fact, they are lowering themselves to the carnival that is the worst of Louisiana politics. When we say “enough is enough,” that’s exactly what we mean. 

Now, as most of you know, we announced our run for Governor in October of last year — we didn’t sit around to see who else would enter the race. We are serious about the changes we can make in our State. That’s why we highlighted our platform from the very beginning, declaring that we intend to remedy disastrous criminal justice reforms and to protect our communities; that we will rebuild our failing education system and give power back to parents; and that we will support Louisiana’s economy so that we can actually compete with the other Southern states who are booming while we fall far behind. 

It appears some government power players don’t want those things to change. That’s why they have dug up a flight from two years ago when I was a featured speaker at an attorneys general conference. Instead of charging the taxpayers for travel, I flew on the plane of a retired private citizen who has no business with the State or the Louisiana Department of Justice. This trip will likely be pushed to the forefront of the Governor’s race as the “September Surprise” brought to the public by a heavily left-leaning “Ethics” Board that seems intent on keeping me from doing my job.

But make no mistake: that is why we are running for Governor. We are doing this because there is a job to be done, and no one else is qualified to do it. Some might think we’re too Cajun, too animated, too aggressive; but we have a proven record of getting things done in the most efficient way possible. Of course, the taxpayers of our State could have financed this trip to that conference; instead a retired friend picked up the bill. But bureaucracy doesn’t like efficiency. No, it thrives on pieces of paper, gossip, and gross exaggeration — which is why Louisiana is in the failing position she’s in today. 

We don’t need more of the same. We need a team builder, a problem solver, and someone who proudly believes that Louisiana is worth fighting for. I have served our Nation, our State, and our community for my entire adult life — and these games are not going to stop us from making Louisiana the Jewel of the South, whether the good ole boys like it or not. 

Senate District 22: Blake Miguez Unmasks Hugh Andre's Residency Deception!

In a tense debate, Blake Miguez stunned the audience by revealing that Hugh Andre doesn't even live in the district he aims to represent. Miguez asked, "Why don’t you love Senate District 22?" as Andre struggled to respond, creating instant tension. How can a candidate authentically represent a community when they don't even live among its people? The moment was captured on tape, immortalizing Andre's stunning lack of credibility. This was not just a debate; it was an unmasking, leaving voters questioning: if Hugh Andre can't even commit to living in the district, can he be trusted to represent it?

Right Direction PAC: Unless You Drive a Car

Jeremy Alford of LA Politics Weekly posted this in a recent email to subscribers:

The Republican Governors Association’s Right Direction PAC launched the first ad this morning in its initial investment in the Louisiana gubernatorial election, "Unless You Drive a Car." The 30-second spot "slams Shawn Wilson’s record as Louisiana Department of Transportation secretary, including overseeing Louisiana’s drop to nearly dead last in infrastructure rankings and an $18 billion backlog of needed repairs that has only increased under his leadership," according to the RGA.