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Recall campaign for Gov. Jeff Landry ends

Chelsea Brasted

New Orleanians sign the petition to recall Gov. Jeff Landry on May 16. Photo: Kathleen Flynn/Getty Images — People gather under a blue tent. Two signs hang on a tent pole. They say "Louisiana deserves better" and "Recall Governor Jeff Landry petition, sign here."

A grassroots recall campaign aimed at Gov. Jeff Landry is officially over after failing to collect enough signatures, according to Louisiana Secretary of State Nancy Landry's office.

Zoom out: Gov. Landry still has to make his case for staying in office when he's up for reelection next year.

The big picture: Landry framed the recall campaign's end as voters' confidence in the GOP after Louisiana narrowly elected Rep. Julia Letlow to a Senate seat last week.

"Our voters made clear they want conservative leadership, common-sense solutions, and greater opportunities," Landry said on X. "My administration remains focused on delivering results, growing our economy, and making Louisiana a place for families to flourish."

What we're watching: A separate recall petition was also filed for Attorney General Liz Murrill, but its deadline isn't until Nov. 13, according to Secretary of State spokesman Trey Williams.

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Recall campaign for Gov. Jeff Landry ends

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