Congressman Troy A. Carter, who represents Louisiana’s 2nd district in the U.S. Congress, has posted a series of statements on social media addressing recent developments in New Orleans elections and voting rights.
On May 4, 2026, Carter commented on the situation involving Calvin Duncan, stating: “Calvin Duncan was duly elected by New Orleans residents. He should assume office and fulfill the role he was elected to serve in. This is a sham and clear attempt to undermine the will of the people.”
Later that day, Carter addressed voters directly amid news about suspended House elections: “Geaux VOTE! Despite the suspension of the U.S. House elections, I am still encouraging voters to go to the polls and make their voices heard. We are hopeful that the courts will overturn this decision, and if they do, every vote cast will matter and must be counted.”
Reflecting on historical context one day later, Carter noted: “60 years ago, Americans marched, bled, & died for the right to vote. Many of them were from Louisiana — from the parishes, the wards, the small towns where Black voters were turned away, threatened, and worse. The Voting Rights Act of 1965 was the result of their sacrifice — a”
Carter has represented Louisiana’s 2nd District since 2021 after replacing Cedric Richmond and previously served in both chambers of Louisiana’s state legislature. Born in New Orleans in 1963 and currently residing there, Carter graduated from Xavier University of Louisiana with a BA in 1986.
