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Louisiana Republican Senate nominee?
$1.7M
JUN 27, 2026Primary Election
Party selects its nominee.
Overview
Current roleOther
PartyRepublican
Political ideologyConservative Republican
Age67 years old (Oct 1, 1958)
GenderMale
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LocationLouisiana
BackgroundAttorney
EducationLouisiana State University — B.S. (Industrial Technology)
Notable personal detailsEric Frederick Skrmetta is a Republican attorney and mediator who has served on the Louisiana Public Service Commission representing District 1 since 2009 and has served as chairman of the commission. He earned degrees from Louisiana State University, Southern University Law Center, and Tulane University Law School. In 2025 he launched a campaign for the U.S. Senate in Louisiana but later withdrew in early 2026.
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Positions
LiberalConservative
Economy & Taxes
The candidate describes himself as a fiscal conservative who works to keep consumer utility costs low while allowing companies to earn a fair profit; he has directed utilities to pass through savings from the 2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act to customers. He opposes large-scale Green New Deal–style policies and emphasizes lower costs, support for energy and oil-and-gas industries, and reducing inflationary pressures.
Immigration & Border
Supports stronger border security including construction of a border wall and backing measures to withhold state or federal funds from entities that do not comply with immigration laws. Campaign statements emphasize protecting the southern border and prioritizing border security and military investment.
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Abortion & Reproductive Rights
The candidate identifies as pro‑life and supports policies that restrict abortion access while promoting alternatives such as expanding adoption credits and defunding Planned Parenthood. Public statements and campaign materials frame his approach as pro‑life policy priorities rather than supporting unrestricted access to abortion.
Climate & Energy
The candidate opposes expansion of statewide energy-efficiency mandates and emphasizes protecting ratepayers and keeping utility-run programs. He has expressed skepticism about new oversight or programs that could raise costs, and says renewable sources must compete on price with traditional fuels rather than receive special treatment.
News
AINews Summary
Last updatedJul 15, 2026
Eric Skrmetta is in the news as a candidate in a political environment shaped by major election and voting-rule fights ahead of the 2026 midterms. Recent reports focus on Supreme Court rulings and Republican-led redistricting efforts that could favor the GOP, along with broader GOP efforts to tighten voting rules and boost turnout. The coverage also points to mixed signs for Republicans, including strong Democratic turnout in some recent Texas and Louisiana races and voter concerns tied to health care costs.
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Polls
Louisiana Republican Senate nominee?
Aggregation source: FiftyPlusOne
Endorsements
Louisiana Republican Senate nominee?
Endorsers of Eric Skrmetta for Louisiana Republican Senate nominee?
Julia Letlow
Public figure
Julia Letlow backed Eric Skrmetta after he ended his U.S. Senate bid.
Fundraising
Latest report: Cycle 2026Total raisedCash on hand
$67.8K
$50.8K
$33.9K
$16.9K
$0
2026
LatestYear
Total raised
Cash on hand
Total spent
Burn rate
Cycle 2026
$67.8K
$4.6K
$63.1K
$3.5K
Source: FEC