Antonio
Wilson
Antonio Wilson, Democratic candidate for Louisiana's 5th Congressional District in the November 2026 open-seat race
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Background
Antonio Wilson is a Democratic candidate running for Louisiana's 5th Congressional District seat in the November 3, 2026 election. The Federal Election Commission lists the race as an open seat and identifies Wilson's party affiliation as Democratic. 1214
Wilson describes himself as a licensed general contractor and business owner raised in Tallulah, Louisiana. His campaign biography states he has spent decades planning, financing, and completing construction projects involving roads, water systems, housing, and public facilities. No current elected or appointed public office is documented in the available sources. 3
Wilson has no prior elected office on record. He reportedly sought to run for Tallulah mayor in 2019 and again in 2026 but was disqualified in both instances over residency requirements. 2 The Louisiana State Democratic Party endorsed a candidate in the 5th District race, and Wilson participated in at least one candidate forum focused on issues such as AI and data centers. 59
No education information for Wilson was found in the campaign biography or other reviewed sources. His campaign website identifies the effort as "Wilson for Louisiana" and serves as his primary public-facing platform. 3
At a glance
- Party
- Democrat
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 5, Louisiana
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Website
- wilsonforlouisiana.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
Each position links to the page it was drawn from. Quotes are verbatim.
Timeline
- Oct 12newsWilson calls for ending Iran war and Trump tariffs to lower gas and grocery prices
The Louisiana Illuminator reported that Wilson and other Democratic candidates argued that ending the war with Iran was the best immediate way to reduce gas and other prices, and called for ending President Trump's tariffs to lower costs for housing and consumer goods.
Louisiana's congressional candidates float ideas for affordable gas, groceries • Louisiana Illuminator · Oct 12, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 8newsNews From The States reports on Wilson's residency controversy and party endorsement switch
News From The States published a detailed account of why the Louisiana Democratic Party switched its endorsement from Pat Moore to Wilson, and reported on Wilson's prior mayoral disqualifications. Wilson showed a reporter his Louisiana driver's license and utility bills to assert his Tallulah residency.
Why the Louisiana Democratic Party switched its endorsement in 5th District race · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Oct 6filingWilson listed among candidates in WDSU voter guide for November 3 open primary
The WDSU voter guide published October 6 listed Antonio Wilson among the candidates for Louisiana's 5th Congressional District open primary on November 3, 2026. No disqualification from this race was reported.
Louisiana open primary election voter's guide · Oct 6, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 29debateWilson absent from 5th District forum on AI, data centers, and energy
Wilson did not attend a 5th District candidate forum on artificial intelligence, data centers, energy, and environmental concerns. Democrats Pat Moore and Dan McKay attended and called for regulation of data-center growth; Wilson's positions were not represented.
Candidates in 5th Congressional District race discuss AI and ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 21endorsementKNOE reports Louisiana Democratic Party endorsement of Wilson in 5th District race
KNOE reported the state party's endorsement of Wilson. Wilson said he believed the 5th District was the most competitive and that a Democrat could win on November 3. Opponents Moore and McKay responded critically to the endorsement process.
LA State Democratic Party endorses candidate in 5th ... · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 16endorsementWilson's campaign announces Louisiana Democratic Party endorsement after corrected vote
After a subsequent vote between Moore and Wilson, Wilson prevailed. His campaign announced the corrected Democratic Party endorsement on September 16, 2026.
Why the Louisiana Democratic Party switched its endorsement in 5th District race · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Aug 30endorsementLouisiana Democratic Party initially endorses state Rep. Pat Moore at State Central Committee meeting
The Louisiana Democratic State Central Committee met on August 30 and initially endorsed state Rep. Pat Moore for the 5th District seat. Party chairman Randal Gaines later said this was an error, as Moore had not received a majority — four members voted not to endorse anyone.
Why the Louisiana Democratic Party switched its endorsement in 5th District race · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab)
Endorsements
- Louisiana Democratic Party organizationWilson's campaign announced the endorsement on September 16, 2026, following a second vote of the Democratic State Central Committee conducted remotely. Wilson prevailed over state Rep. Pat Moore. The party had initially announced support for Moore after an August 30 meeting, but party chairman Randal Gaines later said that announcement was premature because Moore had not received a majority. newsfromthestates.com · Sep 16, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
- Raised
- $0
- Spent
- $0
- Cash on hand
- $0
Reporting date not available. ↳ FEC record H6LA05333(opens in a new tab)
Sources 7
- [1] Louisiana's congressional candidates float ideas for affordable gas, groceries • Louisiana Illuminator(opens in a new tab) Oct 12, 2026
- [2] Why the Louisiana Democratic Party switched its endorsement in 5th District race(opens in a new tab) Oct 8, 2026
- [3] About Antonio Wilson's Leadership - Wilson for Louisiana ...(opens in a new tab) Oct 7, 2026
- [4] Louisiana open primary election voter's guide(opens in a new tab) Oct 6, 2026
- [5] Candidates in 5th Congressional District race discuss AI and ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
- [6] LA State Democratic Party endorses candidate in 5th ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [7] Economic Development & Job Advocacy(opens in a new tab) Aug 14, 2026