Democrat Shawn Wilson sets stage to launch campaign for Louisiana governor

Louisiana Transportation Secretary Shawn Wilson is retiring from the agency, clearing the deck for his entry into the 2023 governor's race. Wilson, who served two terms as Edwards' transportation secretary, would be the first Democrat to enter the race. Edwards is term-limited and can't run for reelection. Wilson said he will make an official announcement soon about the governor's race, but he clearly intends to run. "It's important for both parties to have representation at the top of the ticket to engage voters across the state and across party lines,"...