Crockett Announces Senate Run?
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is “seriously weighing” a 2026 bid for the U.S. Senate — but even she concedes the race could be a lost cause against Republican Sen. John Cornyn.
During an interview on Politico’s “The Conversation” podcast, Crockett confirmed she’s already investing heavily in polling, campaign data, and strategy meetings with potential staffers as she decides whether to run statewide.
“I’m about to spend a lot of money to get data,” Crockett said. “I’m a data-driven person. I believe Texas needs to do something different if they want a different result.”
Democrats Face Uphill Battle in Deep-Red Texas
Texas hasn’t elected a Democrat to the U.S. Senate since 1988 — a fact that weighs heavily on Crockett’s decision.
While the Democratic field grows crowded, the political math simply isn’t in their favor.
On the Republican side, Sen. Cornyn faces strong conservative challengers, including Attorney General Ken Paxton and Rep. Wesley Hunt. Both are popular with the GOP base and closely aligned with President Trump’s America-First agenda.
Recent polling shows Cornyn and Paxton neck-and-neck, setting up a heated Republican primary that’s expected to draw national attention — and millions in campaign funding.
Crockett Admits a GOP Victory Is All but Certain
Crockett made a rare and candid admission: she doesn’t believe any Democrat — including herself — can defeat John Cornyn in a general election.
“I don’t think there’s a Democrat that can take out Cornyn,” she said bluntly. “That’s why the NRSC is spending so much money to make sure he’s the nominee.”
Her comments highlight what political insiders have long recognized — Texas remains solidly Republican, fueled by strong conservative turnout, concerns over border security, and widespread support for Trump-era energy and economic policies.
Texas Remains a Conservative Stronghold
With inflation still hammering middle-class families and illegal border crossings at record highs, most Texans say they’re sticking with Republican leadership.
Cornyn, Paxton, and Hunt all represent stability, border enforcement, and a return to economic strength — key issues for the 50+ conservative voter base that dominates Texas elections.
Even as Democrats like Crockett spend millions testing the waters, the Lone Star State continues to stand with President Trump’s vision of strong borders, lower taxes, and American energy independence.
