Mitch Landrieu
Former New Orleans mayor · Democrat · Wikipedia ↗
Status tier
Actively consideringMomentum (0–100)
40Confidence
MediumStatus is not support. Status tier = the furthest verifiable step taken (a direct, on-the-record "I’m considering it" statement). Momentum = weighted recent activity, not popularity. How to read this →
Last reviewed in the October 29, 2026 UTC daily build · latest signal September 23, 2026 (36 days ago).
Latest signal
Mitch Landrieu launches surprise 2028 presidential bid in New Orleans - mezha.net source ↗
September 23, 2026 · 36 days ago · Medium confidence
Behavioral signals (travel, donor outreach) ahead of any quote.
Why this momentum score
Momentum · last 30 days
40
▼ 5 vs 27 days ago
| Direct "considering" quote | +20 |
| Early-state travel (IA/NH/SC/NV) | +10 |
| Donor meetings / PAC activity | +10 |
| Momentum (capped 0–100) | 40 |
Evidence & status history
2026-09-23
Mitch Landrieu says he’s thinking about a 2028 presidential run - WWLTV.com source ↗
consideringQuote· Low2026-09-23
Mitch Landrieu for president? Former mayor is considering a run. Here's what we know - WDSU source ↗
consideringQuote· Low2026-09-23
In interview at Mosca’s, Mitch Landrieu says he’s still thinking about running for president - NOLA.com source ↗
consideringQuote· LowMoney movement — FEC, a separate axis
No FEC financial report on file — not a registered filer, or no totals yet. Money is never folded into the momentum score.
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