NEW ORLEANS — Senator Bill Cassidy officially launched his bid for reelection on Friday.

He made the announcement this morning at Drago's restaurant in Metairie.

Cassidy says his $9 million war chest is the largest ever held by a Louisiana Senate candidate at this point in the race.

Three candidates, all republicans, have already announced they will challenge Cassidy: State Treasurer John Fleming, Public Service Commissioner Eric Skrmetta, and State Senator Blake Miguez.

The election isn't until November of next year.

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