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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Launches Bold Texas Senate Campaign

12/10/2025

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in Texas against James Talarico.
Her campaign is marked by sharp rhetoric against Republicans, drawing support and criticism.
Democrats have not won a statewide Texas race since 1994.
The party's chance to flip a Senate seat may lie in North Carolina, where former Governor Roy Cooper is running.
Democrats must build coalitions to overcome Republican dominance in Texas.

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Story summary

Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in Texas against James Talarico.
Her campaign is marked by sharp rhetoric against Republicans, drawing support and criticism.
Democrats have not won a statewide Texas race since 1994.
The party's chance to flip a Senate seat may lie in North Carolina, where former Governor Roy Cooper is running.
Democrats must build coalitions to overcome Republican dominance in Texas.