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Jasmine Crockett jumps into the Democratic primary for US Senate

Crockett announced her Senate campaign and urged supporters to help her win the Democratic primary.

Jasmine Crockett jumps into the Democratic primary for US Senate
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This article1 analysis · Oct 12, 2026
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Jasmine Crockett announced a run for the U.S. Senate, setting up a Democratic primary against James Talarico after Colin Allred left the race. Crockett framed the contest as a choice over the direction of Texas and the country.

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Jasmine Crockett Files to Run for U.S. Senate in Texas

Outlets on both sides report that Jasmine Crockett filed to run in the Texas Democratic primary for U.S. Senate after Colin Allred left that race. Center outlets largely present the filing as reshaping the Democratic primary and add race context. Right-leaning outlets emphasize criticism of Crockett, including past controversies, and cast her candidacy as a potential liability for Democrats.

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