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Governor Abbott Challenges Crockett in Senate Race 2026

12/8/2025

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) urged Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Tex.) to enter the 2026 Senate race, saying she would be "pummeled" by the Republican nominee.
Crockett weighs a bid for the Senate seat held by Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.).
She faces a Democratic primary against former Rep. Colin Allred and state Rep. James Talarico.
A poll shows Crockett leads Colin Allred by 18 points and James Talarico by 6 points.

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Texas Governor Greg Abbott (R) urged Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Tex.) to enter the 2026 Senate race, saying she would be "pummeled" by the Republican nominee.
Crockett weighs a bid for the Senate seat held by Sen. John Cornyn (R-Tex.).
She faces a Democratic primary against former Rep. Colin Allred and state Rep. James Talarico.
A poll shows Crockett leads Colin Allred by 18 points and James Talarico by 6 points.