Louisiana 4th District Primary

Louisiana's 4th congressional district is home to one of the most powerful figures in American politics: U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson. This fall, voters across the Shreveport–Bossier City area and the broader northwest Louisiana region will head to the polls to decide whether he continues in that role. The district's primary is scheduled for November 3, and while the race is not expected to be close, there are several candidates on both sides of the aisle worth knowing.

Louisiana's state election system is unique—the primary election and the general election are consolidated on the same date. This means that voters won't cast their ballot for the Democratic or Republican primaries until November 3, and they'll have five contenders to choose from.

The Candidates

Mike Johnson, the highest-ranking Republican in the country and second in the presidential line of succession as Speaker of the House, has represented Louisiana's fourth congressional district in the House since 2017. Johnson practiced Constitutional law for almost 20 years before entering politics, and is a first-generation college graduate from Louisiana State University. He became Speaker in October 2023, making him the first ever Louisianan to hold that office. As Speaker, he sets the legislative agenda for the entire House and presides over its proceedings rather than serving on individual committees.

Josh Morott is a Louisiana native and self-described "working-class Christian, single father, and fighter" pledged to reform family court, increase border security, and repeal Obamacare.

Mike Nichols has also filed as a Republican candidate in the race. Nichols is a fourth-generation Louisianan, retired specialist in land management and water resources, and member of the NRA.

Conrad Cable is one of the two Democratic candidates running for the seat. Cable is a first-generation farmer and Louisiana native pledged to protect Medicare and Medicaid.

Matt Gromlich is the other Democrat competing for the seat. Gromlich, raised in a military family, is an educator by profession. He's running on a campaign that also pledges to protect Medicaid, as well as connect with local residents on a more personal level.

The Money Behind the Race

According to the FEC, Johnson leads the candidates' financial totals, with more than $17.5 million in total receipts as of March 31. Gromlich comes in second, with around $137,000 in total receipts.

The only outside payment recorded by the FEC was made by the Freedom Caucus Fund, and amounted to $2.00 payed to Johnson.

Ratings vs Odds

Louisiana's 4th congressional district tends to lean heavily Republican, and every major election forecaster has rated this race "solid Republican," including Cook Political Report, Sabato's Crystal Ball, and Inside Elections, all as of June 2026.

Prediction markets on Kalshi gave Republicans a 94% chance of winning the general election and Democrats a 6% chance, as of July 14.

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