Trump Endorses Blake Miguez for Louisiana House Seat After Senate Bid Withdrawal
BATON ROUGE, La. — In a significant political development, former President Donald Trump has thrown his support behind Louisiana state Sen. Blake Miguez, who recently abandoned his bid for the U.S. Senate to run for a seat in the U.S. House of Representatives. Trump’s endorsement, announced on his social media platform Truth Social, signals a boost for Miguez’s campaign in Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District, a seat that has drawn considerable attention ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
“It is my Great Honor to endorse MAGA Warrior, Blake Miguez, who is running to represent the tremendous people of Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District,” Trump declared. “Blake Miguez has my Complete and Total Endorsement to be the next Representative from Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District — HE WILL NOT LET YOU DOWN!”
Miguez, a state senator known for his outspoken conservative views, expressed gratitude for Trump’s backing. “THANK YOU, President Trump for your ENDORSEMENT! Louisiana deserves true, America First representation in Washington to back the MAGA agenda. President Trump is the greatest president in our nation’s history. I’m honored to have the endorsement and look forward to delivering for Louisiana’s 5th and our country,” Miguez said in a statement.
The endorsement comes after Miguez made headlines for his sharp criticism of incumbent Republican Senator Bill Cassidy, whom he publicly disparaged. His pivot from a Senate campaign to a House run reflects strategic recalibration amid a crowded field and shifting political dynamics in Louisiana.
Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District, which covers a large portion of northern and central Louisiana, has been a battleground for conservative candidates seeking to uphold the Republican majority in the House. Miguez’s campaign, buoyed by Trump’s endorsement, is expected to intensify competition as the election approaches.
Trump’s influence remains a potent force in Republican primaries nationwide, and his endorsement often serves as a key indicator of a candidate’s alignment with the former president’s policy priorities and political style. This move aligns with Trump’s continued efforts to shape the GOP’s future by supporting candidates who embrace his “America First” agenda.
Political analysts note that Miguez’s shift to the House race could reshape the dynamics of both the Senate and House contests in Louisiana. With the Senate seat now open to other contenders, the race for the House seat gains new significance as Republicans aim to maintain control amid a challenging national environment.
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As the 2026 midterms approach, Louisiana voters will closely watch how Miguez’s campaign unfolds with the high-profile endorsement, potentially influencing the balance of power in Congress and the direction of Republican politics in the state and beyond.
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