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Texas Candidates Clash: Hunt vs. Crockett Debate Challenge

12/13/2025

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Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Texas) challenged Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) to a debate after she entered the race.
Hunt framed Crockett's views as defined by victimhood and emphasized his focus on hard work.
Both candidates aim to become the first Black American elected to statewide office in Texas.
The Texas primary is March 3, 2026, and the general election is November 3, 2026.

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Story summary

Rep. Wesley Hunt (R-Texas) challenged Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) to a debate after she entered the race.
Hunt framed Crockett's views as defined by victimhood and emphasized his focus on hard work.
Both candidates aim to become the first Black American elected to statewide office in Texas.
The Texas primary is March 3, 2026, and the general election is November 3, 2026.