Jasmine Crockett Considers Senate Run in Texas
Representative Jasmine Crockett, a Texas Democrat, is "seriously weighing" a bid for the U.S. Senate in Texas, where polls indicate she would be a frontrunner in the Democratic primary. Newsweek contacted Crockett’s campaign and office for comment via email.
Democratic Challenges in 2026 Senate Elections
Democrats face a difficult path to Senate control next year and are targeting conservative states such as Texas to gain seats. Currently, Republicans hold a 53-47 majority.
- Maine, which supported former Vice President Kamala Harris by about seven points, and North Carolina, a state that backed President Donald Trump by around three points, are seen as key opportunities for Democrats.
- However, no other Republican-held Senate seats in states won by Harris or with close Trump margins are up for reelection in 2026.
- As a result, Democrats need to focus on competitive states like Texas to flip the chamber.
Impact of Crockett’s Potential Candidacy
Crockett’s entry would disrupt a competitive Democratic primary where several prominent candidates are already running. First elected to the House in 2022, she has gained national recognition for her opposition to President Donald Trump and the Republican Party.
Former Vice President Kamala Harris described Crockett as a Democrat who is “authentic” when discussing the party’s future leadership.
Author’s Summary
Jasmine Crockett is emerging as a strong contender in the Texas Senate race, potentially reshaping Democratic strategies to wrest control of the Senate from Republicans in 2026.