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Rep. Crockett Under Fire for Hiring Fugitive Security Guard

3/24/2026

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) faces scrutiny after hiring fugitive Diamon-Mazairre Robinson as a security guard.
Robinson was killed by Dallas SWAT officers during a standoff while wanted for impersonating law enforcement.
Crockett's office paid Robinson over $6,600 for security services in 2025.
Lawmakers discuss tighter vetting for security personnel as House Republicans consider a probe and Rep. Pete Aguilar doubts it will occur due to Crockett's recent primary loss.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) faces scrutiny after hiring fugitive Diamon-Mazairre Robinson as a security guard.
Robinson was killed by Dallas SWAT officers during a standoff while wanted for impersonating law enforcement.
Crockett's office paid Robinson over $6,600 for security services in 2025.
Lawmakers discuss tighter vetting for security personnel as House Republicans consider a probe and Rep. Pete Aguilar doubts it will occur due to Crockett's recent primary loss.