Texas Democrat Jasmine Crockett Seriously Considering Senate Run
Jasmine Crockett, a Democratic congresswoman from Texas, has revealed in a recent interview that she is seriously contemplating a Senate campaign. Speaking with Dasha Burns on Politico’s “The Conversation,” Crockett emphasized her data-driven approach to decision-making.
“I’m seriously weighing it to the extent that I’m about to spend a lot of money to get data. So I’m a data-driven person. I will tell you that I personally believe that Texas needs to do something different if they wanted different results. That’s just the bottom line.”
Since 1988, no Democrat has won a Senate election in Texas, and current Senator John Cornyn is seeking reelection for a fifth term next year. Crockett noted she plans to make her campaign decision at the last minute, highlighting the challenge Democrats face.
“I’mma be flat-out with you and tell you that I don’t think that there’s a Democrat that can take out Cornyn.”
She also claimed that the National Republican Senatorial Committee (NRSC) is heavily investing in Cornyn’s primary campaign to ensure his victory. However, neither The National News Desk could verify this, nor did the NRSC respond to inquiries about their spending before publication.
Key Points
- Jasmine Crockett is seriously considering a Senate run in Texas.
- No Democrat has won a Texas Senate seat since 1988.
- John Cornyn seeks a fifth term in the next election.
- Crockett’s campaign decision will come late, reflecting the race's difficulty.
- The NRSC is reportedly funding Cornyn’s primary campaign heavily.
Summary: Jasmine Crockett is thoughtfully evaluating a Senate bid in Texas, aware of the uphill battle against incumbent John Cornyn and focusing on a strategic, data-informed decision.