Patricia
"Pat" Moore
Louisiana state rep Pat Moore runs as Democrat for the open 5th Congressional District seat in 2026
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Background
Patricia "Pat" Moore is a Democrat running for U.S. Representative in Louisiana's 5th Congressional District in the November 3, 2026 election. She has served as a Louisiana state representative for House District 17 since 2019, and previously served on the Ouachita Parish Police Jury representing District F from 2007 to 2019. 171514
Moore is a lifelong resident of Monroe, Louisiana, and is a retired State Farm Insurance Company employee. She earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business from the University of Louisiana at Monroe (formerly Northeast Louisiana University). 1715
The 5th Congressional District seat became open after Rep. Julia Letlow left to run for U.S. Senate, making Moore a challenger rather than an incumbent in this race. The Louisiana Democratic Party has endorsed her candidacy. 511
Moore has participated in candidate forums discussing issues such as artificial intelligence, data centers, and the cost of living. 1224
At a glance
- Party
- Democrat
- Running for
- U.S. House · District 5, Louisiana
- Election
- Nov 3, 2026
- Current office
- Louisiana State Representative, House District 17
- Website
- patmooreforcongress.com(opens in a new tab)
Where they stand
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Timeline
- Oct 12newsMoore backs ending Iran war as top solution to high gas and grocery prices
In a Louisiana Illuminator report on congressional candidates' cost-of-living proposals, Moore and other Democrats said ending the Iran war was the best immediate way to bring down gas prices and other consumer costs.
Louisiana's congressional candidates float ideas for affordable gas, groceries • Louisiana Illuminator · Oct 12, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 29debateMoore participates in candidate forum on AI and data centers
Moore took part in a multi-party candidate forum. On data-center growth, she said candidates must exercise constitutional power and act against anything not in the best interests of the people. Democratic candidates at the forum backed more regulatory oversight of data-center growth.
Candidates in 5th Congressional District race discuss AI and ... · Sep 30, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 22newsShreveport Times covers Moore's debate remarks on Iran war and Trump
The Shreveport Times reported on Moore's positions expressed at the candidate forum, including her stance on ending the Iran war and her views on President Trump.
Louisiana congressional candidates sound off on Iran war, Trump · Sep 22, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 21debateMoore calls for ending Iran war and restoring SNAP funding at PAR online forum
At a Public Affairs Research Council of Louisiana online forum, Moore and fellow Democrat Dan McKay said they would work to end the Iran war and prioritize restoring SNAP funding. Moore noted that cuts to SNAP benefits also harm farmers.
5th District candidates disagree on Iran war, public food ... · Sep 21, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 16endorsementLouisiana Democratic Party switches endorsement from Moore to Antonio Wilson
After a remote runoff vote between Moore and Antonio Wilson, Wilson won and his campaign announced the party endorsement on Sept. 16. Moore questioned the process, saying it confused voters, and raised concerns about whether Wilson's earlier residency disputes in Tallulah mayoral races should have been considered.
Why the Louisiana Democratic Party switched its endorsement in 5th District race · Oct 8, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Sep 14newsMoore emphasizes Medicaid outreach at rural healthcare candidate discussion
At a candidate discussion on rural healthcare, Moore stressed the need to educate people receiving Medicaid benefits to ensure they do not lose coverage, saying: 'We need to make sure to educate people that are receiving those benefits and making sure that they don't lose those services.'
5th District candidates stress rural healthcare investment, Medicaid access • Louisiana Illuminator · Sep 14, 2026 (opens in a new tab) - Aug 30endorsementLouisiana Democratic Party initially backs Moore after State Central Committee meeting
At an Aug. 30 State Central Committee meeting, Moore received the most votes, appearing to give her the party's endorsement. However, party chair Randal Gaines later said the result was premature because Moore did not secure the required majority, as 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 organizationThe Democratic State Central Committee initially backed Moore at a meeting on August 30, 2026, but this endorsement was later deemed premature by party chairman Randal Gaines, who said she did not receive 50% of the votes. The party subsequently re-voted and endorsed Antonio Wilson instead (announced September 16, 2026). yahoo.com · Aug 30, 2026
Campaign finance
Totals filed with the Federal Election Commission for the 2026 election cycle.
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- $0
- Spent
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- Cash on hand
- $0
Reporting date not available. ↳ FEC record H6LA05341(opens in a new tab)
Sources 11
- [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] Pat Moore for Congress | Louisiana's 5th District(opens in a new tab) Oct 3, 2026
- [4] Candidates in 5th Congressional District race discuss AI and ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 30, 2026
- [5] Louisiana congressional candidates sound off on Iran war, Trump(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [6] Louisiana congressional candidates sound off on Iran war, Trump(opens in a new tab) Sep 22, 2026
- [7] 5th District candidates disagree on Iran war, public food ...(opens in a new tab) Sep 21, 2026
- [8] 5th District candidates stress rural healthcare investment, Medicaid access • Louisiana Illuminator(opens in a new tab) Sep 14, 2026
- [9] Louisiana Democrats make endorsements in congressional races(opens in a new tab) Aug 30, 2026
- [10] Pat Moore - Legislator Score 4/10 - Citizens for a New Louisiana(opens in a new tab) Aug 9, 2025
- [11] Legislators reject abortion ban exception for child rape victims(opens in a new tab) Jun 3, 2025