1812 United States presidential election in Louisiana

The 1812 United States presidential election in Louisiana took place between October 30 and December 2, 1812, as part of the 1812 United States presidential election. The state legislature chose three representatives, or electors to the Electoral College, who voted for President and Vice President.

1812 United States presidential election in Louisiana

October 30 – December 2, 1812
 
Nominee James Madison
Party Democratic-Republican
Home state Virginia
Running mate Elbridge Gerry
Electoral vote 3

President before election

James Madison
Democratic-Republican

Elected President

James Madison
Democratic-Republican

Louisiana, which became the 18th state on April 30, 1812, cast its three electoral votes to Democratic Republican candidate and incumbent President James Madison in the states first presidential election.

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