Letlow, who announced her candidacy in January, beat out 11 other candidates for the seat.
Republican Julia Letlow easily won a special election for Louisiana’s 5th Congressional District on Saturday, following the death of her husband Luke Letlow in December.
Luke Letlow, a Republican, was elected in a special race in December but died weeks later due to complications from the coronavirus before he was able to take office.
Julia Letlow beat out 11 other candidates for the U.S. House seat.