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Hunt challenges Crockett to Texas Senate debate after she enters race

Crockett entered the Texas Senate race and, according to sources close to Hunt’s campaign, approached him about a possible debate.

Hunt challenges Crockett to Texas Senate debate after she enters race
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Dec 12, 2025
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Texas Rep. Wesley Hunt challenged Rep. Jasmine Crockett to debate after she entered the Senate race. Hunt’s campaign confirmed the two had discussed a potential debate, and the article says Crockett did not respond to Fox News Digital’s request for comment.

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Texas Senate candidate approached about a debate

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Wesley Hunt
R · TX-38

Texas Senate candidate who challenged Jasmine Crockett to a debate

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Tim Scott
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South Carolina senator and chair of the National Republican Senatorial Committee

Ken Paxton
R · TX

Texas attorney general and Republican Senate candidate

John Cornyn
R · TX · SEN

Incumbent Texas senator and Republican primary opponent of Hunt

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Jasmine Crockett Enters Texas Senate Democratic Primary

Outlets report that Jasmine Crockett is running in the Texas Democratic Senate primary and has drawn criticism from Republican lawmakers. Left-leaning outlets focus on Republican criticism of Crockett, with one article rebutting a comparison aimed at her. Center outlets describe debate over her general-election appeal and support for her ability to mobilize voters, alongside reports that GOP polling helped raise her profile. Right-leaning outlets emphasize criticism of Crockett and the argument that her candidacy could benefit Republicans.

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