From Politico: Senate hopeful John Kennedy looks to disgraced Louisiana Senator David Vitter for help with his campaign. Vitter, who is reportedly gearing up for his 2010 re-election bid, will lend a hand to Kennedy at a Republican women’s event next month.
From the Washington Post: Veep speculation alive and well as McCain schedules a brief stop in New Orleans on Wednesday to meet with Governor Jindal.
From Gambit Weekly: Inconsistencies abound in Jindal’s spending vetoes along with signs of political payback.
From the Times Picayune: Even as state treasurer and Senate hopeful John Kennedy was explaining why he had misrepresented his second quarter fundraising totals to the media, his campaign put out an email to supporters making the same false claim.
From the Times Picayune: With little rhyme or reason, Jindal’s spending vetoes seem to have as much to do with reforming his image than reforming state government.
From the Times Picayune: Congressional delegation gets new look at recovery progress.
From the Advocate: Joint filers will need federally adjusted gross incomes of at least $160,000 to qualify for the maximum tax reduction of $1,000 as joint filers with less than $50,000 will see no return at all. The average filer can expect about $6 back.
From the Advocate: With 36 of 38 Senators against veto session, the legislature will not be convening in August.
From the Dead Pelican and the Associated Press: Senator Yvonne Dorsey rips into the “Jindal Swindle” while urging legislators to stand up to Governor Jindal. Meanwhile, leaders issue call for Republicans to stay home. Chaisson agrees. Tucker, silent.
From WDSU: Public Service Commissioner Jay Blossman bows out of race as investigation continues.
