Chris Holder
Chris Holder (Republican Party) is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Louisiana. He declared candidacy for the Republican primary scheduled on May 16, 2026.
Holder completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
Biography
Chris Holder was born in Shreveport, Louisiana. Holder's career experience includes working as a nurse. He earned a degree from Bossier Parish Community College in 2015.[1]
Elections
2026
See also: United States Senate election in Louisiana, 2026
Louisiana elections use the majority-vote system. All candidates compete in the same primary, and a candidate can win the election outright by receiving more than 50 percent of the vote. If no candidate does, the top two vote recipients from the primary advance to the general election, regardless of their partisan affiliation.
General election
The primary will occur on May 16, 2026. The general election will occur on November 3, 2026. Additional general election candidates will be added here following the primary.
General election for U.S. Senate Louisiana
Jamie LaBranche is running in the general election for U.S. Senate Louisiana on November 3, 2026.
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 | Jamie LaBranche (Independent) (Write-in)  | |
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Democratic primary election
Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Louisiana
Nick Albares, Tracie Burke, Gary Crockett, Jamie Davis, and Jabarie Walker are running in the Democratic primary for U.S. Senate Louisiana on May 16, 2026.
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Republican primary election
Republican primary for U.S. Senate Louisiana
The following candidates are running in the Republican primary for U.S. Senate Louisiana on May 16, 2026.
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 | Bill Cassidy | |
 | Randall Arrington | |
| Markeda Cottonham | ||
 | Tracy Dendy | |
 | John Fleming | |
 | Chris Holder | |
 | Xan John | |
 | Julia Letlow | |
 | Joshua Morott | |
 | Eric Skrmetta | |
| Mark Spencer | ||
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Withdrawn or disqualified candidates
- Blake Miguez (R)
- Samuel Wyatt (R)
- Julie Emerson (R)
- Kathy Seiden (R)
Endorsements
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Campaign themes
2026
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Chris Holder completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by Holder's responses.
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“…of the people, for the people…”
My Name is Chris Holder. I am the Republican candidate running for US Senate in Louisiana in 2026, and I am asking for your vote and support. I believe a Senator should serve constituents for a season, not a lifetime. I support term limits. Holding elected should not be a lifetime career. I am a person who has worked hard my entire life to provide for the ones I love and to serve my family, church, and community to the best of my ability. I have lived a life of service to others. Professionally, I have been a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, leading the building of the most homes by the group in Louisiana.
I am a strong 2nd Amendment proponent and a certified firearms instructor, showing others how to safely enjoy their 2nd Amendment rights. I am a small business owner, former Deputy Sherriff, forced to retire due to a line of duty injury, an Advanced EMS paramedic, and a medical assistant. I have lived a life of service to others and believe that being the US Senator from Louisiana is the next step in my journey of service to my community and fellow man. Please take time to learn about my campaign and my stand on the issues important to all of us.- Transparency and Accountability: There’s been a lot of talk about the need for transparency in government. I pledge to be open about my decisions, votes, and the rationale behind them. My office will be accessible, with regular town halls and an active presence on social media to keep you informed and engaged.
- Commitment to Local Issues: I understand the unique challenges facing Louisiana, from coastal erosion to economic diversification. My focus would be on crafting legislation that directly benefits our state, ensuring that federal resources are effectively used for infrastructure, education, and healthcare improvements.
- Economic Development Louisiana needs a senator who not only recognizes the importance of industries like petrochemicals and tourism but also looks towards the future. I will push for policies that foster innovation, entrepreneurship, and sustainable industries, ensuring long-term prosperity for our state.
Education Reform
2nd Amendment
Representation for All
Integrity and Ethics
Term Limits
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Campaign finance summary
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See also
2026 Elections
External links
Footnotes
- ↑ Information submitted to Ballotpedia through the Candidate Connection survey on January 3, 2025
