Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett joins Chris Hayes for her first in-depth conversation since launching her U.S. Senate campaign — and she makes it clear why Republicans in her state are rattled.
Crockett breaks down the decision that came down to the wire: whether to stay in the House or take on a statewide race no Democrat has won in more than 30 years. She explains why Texas’ low turnout — not conservative voters — is the real barrier, and why her campaign is built on expanding the electorate, energizing Black and Brown communities, and reaching voters who feel ignored by both parties.
She pushes back on claims that Democrats can only win Texas by sounding like Republicans, pointing out that voters crossed over for Mandela Barnes, Raphael Warnock, Jon Ossoff — and even for candidates who directly confronted Donald Trump. What matters, she argues, is authenticity and fighting for people’s material lives: healthcare, affordability, jobs, agriculture, and protecting Texans from Trump’s damaging tariff policies.
Crockett also addresses GOP spin that her entrance “helps” Senator Cornyn — and explains why Republicans are suddenly so eager to shape the narrative around her candidacy.
This is Jasmine Crockett laying out her vision, her math, her strategy, and why she believes Texas is ready for a seismic political shift.
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