Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett Launches Campaign To Run For The US Senate In Texas: A High-Stakes Move With Big Energy
Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett is stepping into the ring like she’s got something to prove and everything to gain. She officially launched her campaign Monday for the U.S. Senate in Texas, bringing her big voice, big personality, and big national presence into a race that could shift the entire balance of power in Washington.
Crockett is one of Congress’ most outspoken voices. She’s sharp. She’s fearless. And she’s not scared to call out the mess when the mess gets loud. That’s exactly why Republicans stay pressed about her. But that pressure didn’t stop her. She jumped into the race on the very last day of qualifying in Texas, making it clear she’s not here to play small.
She’s gunning for the Senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn, who’s been holding on since 2002 like the chair is glued to him. But Texas has shifted. The people have shifted. The energy is shifting right along with them.
Democrats need a net gain of four Senate seats to take control back from Republicans next November. And let’s be real. Most of the seats up for grabs are sitting in states like Texas — states President Donald Trump won last year. Still, Democrats have been eyeing Texas for years, waiting on the right moment to flip the narrative after decades of GOP control.
Cornyn isn’t exactly cruising through his own primary. He’s facing tough internal competition from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt. It’s drama on both sides of the aisle, but Crockett’s entry brings real star power and movement energy into the mix.
Why Jasmine Crockett’s Senate Run In Texas Hits Different
Crockett’s announcement dropped just hours after former Rep. Colin Allred ended his own campaign for the Democratic nomination to run again for his House seat. That move cleared a lane for Crockett and set the stage for a fiery race.
She’ll face Democratic state Rep. James Talarico on March 3. He’s a former teacher who’s had his own viral moments challenging Republican policies — everything from private school vouchers to making classrooms post the Ten Commandments. He’s young. He’s loud. And he’s been gaining national traction.