Former Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards, a Democrat, says he will not run for US Senate

Democratic former Louisiana Gov. John Bel Edwards has announced that he will not run for the U.S. Senate in 2026 ...
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Former Governor John Bel Edwards makes decision on 2026 Louisiana Senate campaign

No Democrat holds a statewide elected office in Louisiana, where President Trump had landslide support in his 2024 election.
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What will the National Guard's role be in Baton Rouge? Here’s what officials are hoping.

While the mayor thinks a guard presence could deter crime, others say they would be better used to address underlying factors ...

Louisiana governor issues emergency declaration ahead of Hurricane Zeta

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards issued an emergency declaration for the state on Monday ahead of an expected mid-week landfall by Hurricane Zeta.

Governor concerned over potentially 'devastating' Hurricane Delta hit to southwest Louisiana

Louisiana Governor John Bel Edwards said he is worried that Hurricane Delta, which is gathering strength to impact the central U.S. Gulf Coast, may drift west to hit areas heavily damaged by Hurricane ...