On the other hand, if he doesn't run for reelection to the House, his seat is likely to go GOP. The Republicans control all but 1 of the Louisiana house seats now. Ironically, the lone RAT left, Melancon, represents a district drawn to elect Republicans. If Cao miraculously pulls off another upset and wins re-election, and the 3rd district goes back to its GOP voting habits with Melancon out of the way, we could sweep the House races there and end up with all-GOP congressional delegation.
Looks like a silver lining for the GOP in either scenario. Him skipping the race helps Vitter's reelection chances, his entry in the race helps the House GOP.
Of course the Senate situation is another matter. I personally think Vitter will win re-election despite being damaged politically, but with Melancon as his opponent it's going to be very hard. I wouldn't give the RATs any ideas they might be lurkers on this boards.
The other big thing to remember is that the Vitter issue is many years old. Time tends to heal most wounds, hence the reason why I believe Nevada Senator John Ensign, if he runs again, will win. The revelations came out way too early.
People forget about things over time, especially things that come out in 2005.
The porn star pondering about running against Vitter will do Melcon’s dirty work for him.