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Royce Duplessis profile | State senator seeking New Orleans mayor’s office
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State Senator Royce Duplessis is one of the top three candidates in the 2025 New Orleans mayoral race — but unlike the others, he has never served on the City Council.
Background: Raised in the Pontchartrain Park neighborhood with three brothers, Duplessis graduated from St. Augustine High School, Xavier University, and earned his law degree from Howard University.
Career start: Entered politics after Hurricane Katrina as chief of staff to a city councilman.
Legislative record: Elected to the Louisiana House in 2018 and the State Senate in 2022, Duplessis has passed more than 70 pieces of legislation.
Policy focus: Reinvestment in NoRD and youth programs, addressing violence, and creating equity and opportunity for all residents.
Philosophy: Duplessis says his experience working with people he disagrees with — to find solutions and put residents first — proves he can lead the city.
📊 WWL Louisiana poll (August 2025):
Helena Moreno — 47%
Royce Duplessis — 18%
Oliver Thomas — 16%
🗓️ Upcoming Event:
The WWL Louisiana Mayoral Debate airs Tuesday, Sept. 16
Pre-show at 6:30 p.m.
Live debate 7–8 p.m.
Watch on WWL Louisiana + WWL+
Stay tuned for more candidate profiles and full election coverage.
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