(KTVE/KARD) — Since the passing of Congressman-Elect Luke Letlow, many Louisianans and state officials are wondering what comes next for the 5th Congressional District. I, §2 and La. The information below is to assist you in learning about each candidate. Each person agreed that they would not support that option. If you root out all the bad players and we should have a system to do that. 206 likes. The 5th District is the largest congressional district … This is a deep red district and both those who advanced to today's election are Republicans. In the 2020 presidential election, Donald Trump (R) defeated Joe Biden (D) 65% to 34% in the district. The U.S. state of Louisiana currently has six congressional districts.The state has had as many as eight districts; the eighth district was eliminated on January 9, 1993 after results of the 1990 Census, and the seventh district was eliminated in 2013 post Hurricane Katrina population stagnation after the results of the 2010 Census. Updated March 11, 2021, 1:31 AM ET. The 5th District … God calls us to run this race with integrity. Randall Scott Robinson(R) 6. Conerly is currently running to become the next U.S. Representative for Louisiana's 5th Congressional District. SUPPORTING OUR FARMERS & LOGGERS. The 5th Congressional District is one of the poorest districts in the country, with incredible natural resources. We can’t shy away from it. LA5 is 30th out of 436 other congressional districts in Current population (2012) LA5 is 36th out of 436 other congressional districts in Race - Black or African American. John Robert … 1.1. Jaycee Magnuson for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District, Opelousas, LA. Each candidate was asked to choose two of the biggest issues facing the district and how they would address it. “It’s the infrastructure, it’s the needs of the parish, the dated drainage systems, sewer systems, the roads, the issues we’ve had since the floods of 2016, the tornadoes, the hurricanes, the things we deal with here locally on a daily basis,” said Scotty Robinson (R). Social Media Join Team Julia! The 5th District is the largest congressional district … None of the nine candidates in the November 3 all-party primary received a majority of the vote, forcing Saturday's runoff.. Connect with friends faster than ever with the new Facebook app. ”Where our children aren’t forced out of state for opportunity, and instead grow their careers, build their families and pass on their legacies from generation to generation right here. Const., Art. Not in Texas, not in Tennessee, not in in Florida, but right here at home. Monroe and Alexandria are the population hubs, but … (Julia Letlow campaign) - Julia Letlow, Ph.D., qualified on Thursday as a candidate for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District. On Wednesday, September 23, Dare 2 Lead, LLC sponsored a virtual forum to give voters an opportunity to hear from the candidates before the upcoming election. Among them is Abraham’s former Chief of Staff Luke Letlow, who says his campaign will not only run on the record and accomplishments of Abraham. We must face it with a sense of purpose and commitment to ensure that we protect citizens, ensure public safety and also support the 2nd amendment,” said Martin Lemelle (D). Brody Pierrottie(D) 3. Candidates for the 5th Congressional District Listed in alphabetical order, the following are the candidates for the U.S. 5th Congressional District. But if you think that defunding the police is the answer, you’re either woefully ignorant or completely naïve,” said Lance Harris (R). “Now, it’s time for me to share with you more of who I am and what I stand for. The 5th district encompasses rural northeastern Louisiana and much of central Louisiana, as well as the northern part of Louisiana's Florida parishes in southeast Louisiana, taking in Monroe, Alexandria, Opelousas, Amite and Bogalusa. We must continue to expand the funding of the Head Start program so that kids and students can learn early and enjoy that experience,” said Candy Christophe (D). Voters in Louisiana's 5th congressional district will elect a representative Saturday in a top-two election. Julia Letlow, Ph.D., Qualifies as Candidate for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District Write a comment. “I want our sons and daughters to find their opportunities right here in Louisiana. However, in 1993, Louisiana lost a congressional district, based on population figures. Republicans Luke Letlow and Lance Harris are trying to distinguish themselves from each other as they head into a runoff election for Louisiana’s 5th congressional district Dec. 5. Microsoft and partners may be compensated if you purchase something through recommended links in this article. Primary candidates 1. The next question involved their thoughts on the second amendment and should there be more gun restrictions. When we took the belt away from the moms and the dads, took prayer out of the school and we took paddle out of the school, that’s the result we get,” said Allen Guillory, Sr. (R). See also: Louisiana's 5th Congressional District election, 2020 General election candidates General election candidates will be added here following the primary. The 5th District includes 24 parishes throughout northeast, central and eastern Louisiana including portions of the Florida Parishes. Letlow, a native of … “Today, I pick up the torch and start this journey to share with you my vision and qualifications, but most importantly I want to earn your trust, your prayers and your vote. In the 2016 presidential election, Donald Trump (R) defeated Hillary Clinton (D) 64% to 34% in the district. The American People are waking up and they want candidates who are not pre-anointed by political parties. FIFTH CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT due to the tragic and untimely death of Luke Joshua Letlow on December 29, 2020, a vacancy exists in the office of United States Representative, 5th Congressional District of Louisiana: and U.S. Show full articles without "Continue Reading" button for {0} hours. (Julia Letlow campaign) - Julia Letlow, Ph.D., qualified on Thursday as a candidate for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District. WEST MONROE, La. 1. “So we have a problem in this country that has to be addressed. All rights reserved. “Julia shares the same commitment to public service and I can’t think of anyone better to carry on Luke’s legacy in representing Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District,” Scalise wrote. One of the final questions asked is how they would improve education. We encourage further research on the candidates’ stances. In my career in higher education, I’ve had time to refine a vision for our district. The 5th District includes 24 parishes throughout northeast, central and eastern Louisiana including portions of the Florida Parishes. Seven candidates for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District seat qualified on Wednesday, looking to fill the position currently held by Ralph Abraham who is not seeking reelection. Louisiana 5th Congressional District Demographics Nationwide Claims to Fame. OUACHITA PARISH, La. (KNOE) - Voters will soon be picking a new U.S. Representative in District 5. “The 5th Congressional District is a very rural district and I just deeply understand the issues and the concerns of that district. Copyright 2021 Julia Letlow campaign. We have to keep the jobs we have and we have to create the jobs that we need,” said Luke Letlow (R). GETTING LA-05 BACK TO WORK. The state legislature shifted most of Shreveport's white residents into the 5th congressional district . OUACHITA PARISH, La. All rights reserved. Early voting has started in the race for the 5th Congressional District. Luke Letlow(R) 5. Julia Letlow, Ph.D., qualifies as candidate for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District, LSP Trooper resigns after allegedly beating man with excessive force, sources confirm, Pre-trial set for April for former Evergreen chief who had conviction, sentence vacated, Alexandria man dies in early morning fire, LDH further relaxes nursing home, adult residential care facility visitation guidance, Public Inspection File - digicomm@kalb.com - (318) 483-4211. Like us on Facebook to see similar stories, US coronavirus: Keep masks on, NIH director pleads as Texas enters 1st weekend without statewide Covid-19 restrictions, Chicago River dyed green for St. Patrick's Day in surprise move from the city. FOCUS ON RURAL DEVELOPMENT. Conerly is running on a platform that is pro-life, pro-law enforcement, pro-Second Amendment, pro-agriculture, protecting election integrity, censoring big tech, providing rural internet access, and economic development in rural areas. Find your U.S. Congress senators and representative in Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District (LA05) using a map. The Issues. 7. REBUILDING OUR INFRASTRUCTURE. Map of Louisiana 5th Congressional District Border. “We don’t have a problem with racism, we don’t have a problem with the discrimination in law enforcement, the problem is respect. Louisiana's rambling 5th Congressional District is the largest geographic district in the state with 24 parishes. “As a product of Head Start, I am a testament that Head Start works. BATON ROUGE, La. Where everyone has access to broadband so that people can work and children can learn. … Candy Christophe(D) 2. Louisiana currently ranks 48th in quality education in the country. ... Claudia Tenney, Republican, wins New York’s 22nd Congressional District › Lance Harris(R) 4. The 2nd District, in blue, encompasses parts of New Orleans and Baton Rouge. Louisiana Election Results: Fifth Congressional District. Letlow, a native of Monroe, is running for the same seat that her late husband Congressman-elect Luke Letlow successfully won last December. BATON ROUGE, La. Before 2021, Louisiana’s 5th was represented by Ralph Abraham (R), who won re-election in the 2018 primary with 67% of the vote to Jessee Carlton Fleenor ’s (D) 30%. Louisiana’s March 20 election will have two congressional races on the ballot. Candidates were then asked to weigh in on recent cries across the country to defund the police. Copyright 2020 KNOE. List of All Louisiana US Congressional Districts; Map Key District Number Representative Party Affiliation One where we can work together to uplift our communities out of poverty through jobs and opportunity. Letlow, 40, touts his experience working in politics and government for years. “Any profession is not perfect. The reason I was … Louisiana Right to Life is a non-partisan organization and does not endorse candidates. “We need a way of funding beyond property taxes. Louisiana's 5th congressional district is a congressional district in the U.S. state of Louisiana. Republican Jim McCrery ran for election in the new 5th and won, defeating Democrat Jerry Huckaby , who represented the old 5th for eight terms. As of Jan. 2021, Louisiana has six congressional districts. (99% of precincts reporting) Republican Luke Letlow led a field of nine ca… An informed is a powerful voter. Chad will work to lift the hard working people of the 5th. In 2002, conservative Democrat Rodney Alexander won a … © Provided by Monroe-El Dorado KNOE TV 8 KNOE … Share: District ID: 5th District: Representative: Ralph Abraham CHAMPION FOR EDUCATION. “If you want to talk the epidemic of mass shootings, I think correlation is not causation and we have to take a look at the homes that these kids are coming from and what could be causing their behavior instead of examining the tools they are using to wreak havoc,” said Matt Hasty (R). Vote #21 Robert Lansden for Congress (KNOE) - Voters will soon be picking a new U.S. Representative in District 5. I’m so thankful Luke paved the way for the 5th district, and I intend to continue the mission he started, to deliver real results for the people and the communities I love so much,’' said Julia Letlow. R.S. There’s no profession that’s not perfect. 100% PRO-LIFE. Christophe was also a candidate in the 2020 primary election. Interview: Jaycee Magnuson, 5th Congressional District candidate Substance abuse spikes in Cenla, local organization starts support group … Where the best natural resources and the best people attract businesses to create more jobs right here at home. Louisiana's rambling 5th Congressional District is the largest geographic district in the state with 24 parishes. Before 2021, Louisiana’s 5th was represented by Ralph Abraham (R), who won re-election outright in the 2018 primary with 67% of the vote to Jessee Carlton Fleenor’s (D) 30%. 18: … In Louisiana’s most hotly-contested U.S. House race, two Republicans are headed for a runoff in the Dec. 5 election. While money and name recognition will play a role in the race to succeed the only Louisiana congressman who isn’t running for reelection in November, the way the 5th Congressional district … We need to increase the funding and we also need to have the children ready to learn when they get to school,” said Philip Snowden (D). The 2021 Louisiana's 5th congressional district special election will be held on March 20, 2021. Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District has been held by Republicans since 1993, except for a period from Jan. 2003 to Aug. 2004.