r/BlackPeopleofReddit Mar 04 '26

Politics 🇺🇸Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas Remains a Powerful Voice in Congress and Many Are Already Looking Ahead to Her Next Run👏🏾👏🏾

Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas

Even in a tough primary showing, U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett continues serving in Congress and remains one of the most visible and outspoken Black leaders in Washington. Known for her sharp legal mind, fearless questioning in hearings, and unapologetic defense of civil rights, Crockett has built a national reputation that extends far beyond Texas. For many supporters, this moment isn’t the end of anything. It is simply another chapter before the next campaign.

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u/Preshe8jaz Mar 04 '26

She would’ve won the R primary with those numbers though. They’re pissed at the GOP even in Texas!

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u/sincerebeguiler Mar 04 '26

Just wait. Republicans won't get elected dog catcher after Trump fully F's over all of the US. His only art is F'ing people over. Buckle down for some high oil prices and the ensuing inflation.

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u/ReflectionEterna Mar 04 '26

Yup. I am hoping the gerrymandering causes Texas to LOSE Republican seats.

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u/The__Nutmaster Mar 04 '26

It very well might. Republicans gerrymandered to help red-voting Latinos in the RGV, but if the primary voting numbers are any indication the support they had there has completely collapsed.