AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoElection Day: Louisiana voters head to the polls in a closely watched U.S. Senate race between Republican Julia Letlow and Democrat Jamie Davis, with a recent poll showing a tie. More than 530,000 people voted early, and the Secretary of State’s office projects overall turnout of 48% to 52%. Voters will also decide congressional, Public Service Commission, judicial and local races, along with 10 constitutional amendments. Federal Oversight: Justice Department monitors are expected at polling places in Orleans, East Baton Rouge and Lafayette parishes. The department says they will observe, not interfere; its warnings to election officials about preserving records have drawn criticism from Democrats. Local Races and Accountability: Four candidates are competing for the St. Tammany sheriff’s seat. A hearing on former Lafayette Mayor-President Josh Guillory’s motion to dismiss felony charges has been postponed to Nov. 9. Separately, NOLA Education expense records involving former Secretary Suzanne Roig are being referred to state and federal authorities. State Policy: Louisiana has tightened requirements for data-center tax breaks, while Kalshi is suing state officials to block gambling enforcement.
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