Back to today’s briefing

Story perspectives

Sen. Alsobrooks Backs Crockett in Texas Senate Primary

2/19/2026

39 5 Full Breakdown

Summary

Story summary

Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) endorsed Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) in the Texas Democratic Senate primary, becoming the first senator to back Crockett.
Early voting began on Tuesday, and Crockett led 47% to 39% against state Rep. James Talarico.
Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) endorsed James Talarico to flip the Texas Senate seat.
Alsobrooks praised Crockett as a "battle-tested leader".
The Republican primary heads to a runoff.

1 of 1

Story summary

Sen. Angela Alsobrooks (D-MD) endorsed Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) in the Texas Democratic Senate primary, becoming the first senator to back Crockett.
Early voting began on Tuesday, and Crockett led 47% to 39% against state Rep. James Talarico.
Sen. Martin Heinrich (D-NM) endorsed James Talarico to flip the Texas Senate seat.
Alsobrooks praised Crockett as a "battle-tested leader".
The Republican primary heads to a runoff.