U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett officially launched her campaign for the U.S. Senate in Texas in early December 2025, shaking up the Democratic field and drawing national attention to one of the most closely watched races ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Crockett, a Democrat representing Texas’ 30th Congressional District, announced her Senate bid just before the filing deadline, prompting former U.S. Rep. Colin Allred to exit the race and pivot back to a House campaign. AP News+1
Crockett’s first major campaign stop took place in Houston, where she spoke at the Fountain of Praise church — a venue with personal significance, as she once sang in its choir while in law school. At the event, she urged voters of color and Democratic constituents across the state to believe in the possibility of electing a Democratic senator in Texas for the first time in over three decades. Crockett emphasized a grassroots strategy focused on engaging Black and Hispanic communities, small businesses, local media, and churches in her bid to expand the electorate. Houston Chronicle
Her announcement and early campaigning come amid a competitive Democratic primary against State Rep. James Talarico. Early polling results from Texas Southern University show Crockett leading Talarico 51% to 43% among likely Democratic voters, giving her an early edge in the race. The poll also highlights Crockett’s overwhelming support among Black voters, where she leads by a substantial margin, and solid backing from women. However, Talarico has performed better among younger voters and some other demographic groups, underscoring a competitive and evolving primary landscape. The Texas Tribune
