2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Louisiana
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The 2026 United States House of Representatives elections in Louisiana will be held on November 3, 2026, to elect the 6 U.S. representatives from the State of Louisiana, one from each of the state's congressional districts. The elections will coincide with the other elections to the House of Representatives, elections to the United States Senate, and various state and local elections. In races where no candidate receives over 50% of the vote, runoff elections will take place on December 12, 2026. Party primary elections will be held on May 16, 2026 with a runoff on June 27 if no candidate wins a majority in the primary.[1]
District 1
The 1st district is based in the suburbs of New Orleans, spanning from the northern shore of Lake Pontchartrain south to the Mississippi River Delta. The incumbent is Republican Steve Scalise, who was re-elected with 66.8% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Republican primary
Candidates
Filed paperwork
- Steve Scalise, incumbent U.S. representative and House Majority Leader[3]
Endorsements
Steve Scalise
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[4]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Steve Scalise (R) | $7,843,280 | $6,446,146 | $5,528,286 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[6] | |||
Democratic primary
Candidates
Declared
- Lauren Jewett, special education teacher[7]
Filed paperwork
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Lauren Jewett (D) | $34,458 | $17,834 | $16,623 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[6] | |||
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid R | March 13, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe R | July 15, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[13] | Safe R | September 26, 2025 |
District 2
The 2nd district stretches from New Orleans to inner Baton Rouge. The incumbent is Democrat Troy Carter, who was re-elected with 60.3% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Democratic primary
Candidates
Filed paperwork
- Troy Carter, incumbent U.S. representative[14]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Troy Carter (D) | $887,572 | $945,102 | $451,879 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[15] | |||
Republican primary
Candidates
Filed paperwork
- Ray Smith, former U.S. Army pilot, intelligence analyst, and law enforcement officer[16]
- Gavin Solomon, businessman from New York[17]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid D | March 13, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid D | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe D | July 15, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[13] | Safe D | September 26, 2025 |
District 3
The 3rd district encompasses southwestern Louisiana, taking in Lake Charles and Lafayette. The incumbent is Republican Clay Higgins, who was re-elected with 70.6% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Republican primary
Candidates
Declared
- Clay Higgins, incumbent U.S. representative[18]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Clay Higgins (R) | $526,053 | $363,487 | $487,133 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[19] | |||
Democratic primary
Candidates
Filed paperwork
- John Day, former insurance industry employee[20]
- Tia LeBrun, teacher and candidate for this district in 2022[21]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Tia LeBrun (D) | $0 | $325 | $273 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[19] | |||
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid R | March 13, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe R | July 15, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[13] | Safe R | September 26, 2025 |
District 4
The 4th district encompasses northwestern Louisiana, taking in the Shreveport–Bossier City metropolitan area. The incumbent is Republican and current Speaker of the House Mike Johnson, who was re-elected with 85.8% of the vote against another Republican in 2024.[2]
Republican primary
Candidates
Filed paperwork
- Mike Johnson, incumbent U.S. representative and Speaker of the House[22]
- Josh Morott, substitute teacher and candidate for this district in 2024 (also filed to run as a candidate for the 2026 US Senate election in Louisiana)[23][24]
Endorsements
Mike Johnson
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[4]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Mike Johnson (R) | $14,500,289 | $6,600,177 | $9,152,488 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[25] | |||
Democratic primary
Candidates
Declared
- Conrad Cable, farmer[26]
Filed paperwork
- Matt Gromlich, college professor[27]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Conrad Cable (D) | $42,419 | $25,060 | $17,358 |
| Matt Gromlich (D) | $49,785 | $38,697 | $11,087 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[25] | |||
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid R | March 13, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe R | July 15, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[13] | Safe R | September 26, 2025 |
District 5
The 5th district encompasses rural northeastern Louisiana, central Louisiana, as well as the northern part of Louisiana's Florida parishes in southeast Louisiana, taking in Monroe, Amite and Bogalusa, Louisiana. The incumbent is Republican Julia Letlow, who was re-elected with 62.9% of the vote in 2024.[2] On January 20, 2026, Letlow announced that she would run for the U.S. Senate in 2026.[28]
Republican primary
Candidates
Declared
- Misti Cordell, member of the Louisiana Board of Regents[29]
- Michael Echols, state representative from the 14th district (2019–present)[30]
- Rick Edmonds, state senator from the 6th district (2024–present)[31]
- Blake Miguez, state senator from the 22nd district (2024–present) (previously ran for U.S. Senate)[32]
- Ray Smith, veteran and former Jefferson Parish Sheriff's Office employee[33]
- Sammy Wyatt, healthcare professional (previously ran for U.S. Senate)[34]
Withdrawn
- Stewart Cathey Jr., state senator from the 33rd district (2020–present)[35]
- Dixon McMakin, state representative from the 68th district (2024–present)[36]
Declined
- Daryl Deshotel, state representative from the 28th district (2020–present)[37]
- Garret Graves, former U.S. representative from the 6th district (2015–2025)[38]
- Julia Letlow, incumbent U.S. representative (running for U.S. Senate)[28]
Endorsements
Blake Miguez
- Executive branch officials
- Donald Trump, president of the United States (2017–2021, 2025–present)[39]
- U.S. representatives
- David McIntosh, former IN-02 (1995–2001)[40]
- Organizations
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Blake Miguez (R) | $4,782,575 | $1,142,979 | $3,639,595 |
| Sammy Wyatt (R) | $225,937 | $223,545 | $2,111 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[42] | |||
Democratic primary
Candidates
Declared
Filed paperwork
- Dan McKay, attorney[45]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid R | March 13, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid R | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe R | July 15, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[13] | Safe R | September 26, 2025 |
District 6
The 6th district encompasses much of Baton Rouge, Shreveport, and Lafayette. The incumbent, Democrat Cleo Fields, was elected with 50.8% of the vote in 2024.[2]
Democratic primary
Candidates
Filed paperwork
- Cleo Fields, incumbent U.S. representative[46]
Fundraising
| Campaign finance reports as of December 31, 2025 | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Candidate | Raised | Spent | Cash on hand |
| Cleo Fields (D) | $384,055 | $227,795 | $193,699 |
| Source: Federal Election Commission[47] | |||
Republican primary
Candidates
Declared
- Larry Davis, Livingston Parish Republican Executive committee member[48]
Filed paperwork
- Elbert Guillory, former state senator, candidate for this district in 2024 and perennial candidate[49]
- Chris Johnson[50]
General election
Predictions
| Source | Ranking | As of |
|---|---|---|
| The Cook Political Report[10] | Solid D | March 13, 2025 |
| Inside Elections[11] | Solid D | March 7, 2025 |
| Sabato's Crystal Ball[12] | Safe D | July 15, 2025 |
| Race to the WH[13] | Safe D | September 26, 2025 |
Notes
References
- ^ "2026 State Primary Election Dates". NCSL. May 9, 2025. Retrieved August 5, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f "2024 House Vote Tracker". Cook Political Report. Retrieved December 2, 2024.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1849634". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved September 29, 2025.
- ^ a b Murphy, Ryan (January 23, 2026). "Trump endorses Spartz, other Indiana members of Congress for re-election. Here's who else". USA Today. Retrieved January 23, 2026.
- ^ a b "Thank You for Supporting Pro-Israel Candidates". Retrieved February 8, 2026.
- ^ a b "2026 Election United States House - Louisiana 1st". FEC.gov. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ Hilburn, Greg (October 20, 2025). "Special education teacher campaigns against Majority Leader Steve Scalise as special ed gutted". Shreveport Times. Retrieved October 22, 2025.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1928131". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved December 11, 2025.
- ^ "FEC FORM 2 STATEMENT OF CANDIDACY FILING FEC-1875945".
- ^ a b c d e f "2026 CPR House Race Ratings". Cook Political Report. Retrieved March 27, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f "2026 House Ratings". Inside Elections.
- ^ a b c d e f "2026 House". Sabato's Crystal Ball. Retrieved July 15, 2025.
- ^ a b c d e f "The 2026 House Forecast". Race to the WH. Retrieved October 8, 2025.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1860439". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved September 29, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Election United States House - Louisiana 2nd". FEC.gov. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1923032". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved October 21, 2025.
- ^ "Statement of Candidacy". August 23, 2025
- ^ Badeaux, Lilianna (March 20, 2025). "Congressman Clay Higgins announced he will not run for Senator in 2026". KLFY.com. Retrieved April 11, 2025.
Many expected Congressman Clay Higgins would campaign for this position but earlier today, Higgins released a statement where he expressed his intent to stay in the House.
- ^ a b "2026 Election United States House - Louisiana 3rd". FEC.gov. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ Gonsoulin, Aaron (February 12, 2026). "Incumbent Higgins, two Democrats qualify in Louisiana District 3". The Daily Advertiser. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1927096". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved December 1, 2025.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1878296". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved September 29, 2025.
- ^ "MOROTT, JOSHUA FEC FORM 2 STATEMENT OF CANDIDACY FILING FEC-1904325".
- ^ "Statement of Candidacy". August 1, 2025
- ^ a b "2026 Election United States House - Louisiana 4th". FEC.gov. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ Hilburn, Greg (September 2, 2025). "Louisiana Democratic 'dirt row farmer' targets Speaker Mike Johnson in 2026 election". Shreveport Times. Retrieved September 2, 2025.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1923761". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved October 29, 2025.
- ^ a b Howard, Andrew; Doherty, Erin; Lee Hill, Meredith (January 20, 2026). "Letlow launches Trump-backed Senate bid against Cassidy". Politico. Retrieved January 20, 2026.
- ^ "Two more Republicans say they'll enter race to succeed Julia Letlow in 5th US House district". wbrk. January 22, 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "State Rep. Michael Echols announces congressional run". KNOE 8 News. February 10, 2026. Retrieved February 11, 2026.
- ^ "State senator representing Baton Rouge announces campaign for seat in Congress". wbrz.com. Retrieved January 21, 2026.
- ^ Dick, Cooper (February 3, 2026). "State Senator ends Senate campaign to run for Congress". Reveille. Retrieved February 3, 2026.
- ^ "State senator, Army veteran join Livingston Parish man in quest for Julia Letlow's US House seat". wbrz. January 21, 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Another Republican says he is entering the race to succeed Julia Letlow as District 5 Congressperson". WBRZ-TV. January 22, 2026. Retrieved January 22, 2026.
- ^ "Stewart Cathey Jr. drops out of District 5 Congressional race, says Trump endorsed wrong candidate". WBRZ. February 11, 2026. Retrieved February 11, 2026.
- ^ Hutchinson, Piper (February 9, 2026). "State Rep. Dixon McMakin drops congressional bid". Louisiana Illuminator. Retrieved February 9, 2026.
- ^ "Greg Hillburn on X: "Rep. Daryl Deshotel won't run in La. 5th District race"". x.com. Retrieved February 4, 2026.
- ^ "Garret Graves on X: "There is a strong demand for people-focused representation and leadership in Louisiana."". x.com. Retrieved January 29, 2026.
- ^ Hilburn, Greg. "Trump endorses Blake Miguez for Louisiana's 5th District, shaking up race". The Times. Retrieved February 5, 2026.
- ^ "2026 Endorsement Tracker". VoteHub. January 8, 2026. Retrieved February 8, 2026.
- ^ "National Conservative PAC Candidates". Club for Growth. Retrieved February 7, 2026.
- ^ "2026 Election United States House - Louisiana 5th". FEC.gov. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ Quigley, Charles (February 11, 2026). "Candidate Qualifying begins in Northeast Louisiana and statewide". KNOE-TV. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ "Larry W. Foy, Sr. Launches Campaign for Louisiana's 5th District in the United States Congress". EIN News. January 2, 2026. Retrieved January 15, 2026.
- ^ Combs, Liam (February 11, 2026). "Qualifying begins for U.S. Senate, House seats". WAFB. Retrieved February 12, 2026.
- ^ "FEC Form 2 for Report FEC-1849056". docquery.fec.gov. Retrieved September 17, 2025.
- ^ "2026 Election United States House - Louisiana 6th". FEC.gov. Retrieved February 13, 2026.
- ^ "Republican Larry Davis jumps from 5th to 6th District race for Congress". Louisiana Illuminator. February 10, 2026. Retrieved February 11, 2026.
- ^ "FEC Form 3 FILING FEC-1918946". October 13, 2025
- ^ "FEC FORM 2 STATEMENT OF CANDIDACY FILING FEC-1883648".
External links
Official campaign websites for 1st district candidates
Official campaign websites for 2nd district candidates
Official campaign websites for 3rd district candidates
Official campaign websites for 4th district candidates
Official campaign websites for 5th district candidates
Official campaign websites for 6th district candidates