UPDATE: Texas Governor Greg Abbott has issued a stark warning for U.S. Representative Jasmine Crockett, predicting her political career could face a devastating blow if she enters the highly competitive Senate race. As the deadline approaches on Monday, Crockett is reportedly considering a last-minute bid for the seat currently held by Senator John Cornyn (R-TX), which is up for grabs in the 2026 election.
Crockett’s potential candidacy could lead her into a fierce Democratic primary against notable challengers, including former Representative Colin Allred and state Representative James Talarico. Abbott, speaking on the implications of her entry, suggested that her progressive platform would make her vulnerable against the Republican nominee, whom he believes will secure the seat for the GOP.
In a bold statement, Abbott remarked, “
Jasmine Crockett about to learn the hard way that most Texans are very different from her district, her base & her values. She’ll be pummeled for her progressive socialist agenda & get crushed by the Republican nominee for Senate.
” He continued, emphasizing his belief that her political ambitions would end in failure, further asserting, “Looking forward to watching the circus — and KEEPING the US Senate seat red.”
Crockett, who has gained significant attention in Congress since her election just two years ago, remains undeterred. She expressed confidence in her abilities, stating, “I’m not crazy… I am very self-aware.” Recent polling data from October suggests she could have an edge in a hypothetical primary, leading Talarico by 6 percentage points and Allred by as much as 18 points.
However, should she secure the Democratic nomination, she would likely face fierce competition from Cornyn, who is expected to run for reelection, alongside Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and Rep. Wesley Hunt. Current Republican polling shows a razor-tight race, with Cornyn holding a mere 0.3 percentage point lead over Paxton, and a nearly 10 point advantage over Hunt.
The political landscape in Texas is rapidly evolving, and with the candidate filing deadline looming, all eyes are on Crockett. Her decision could not only reshape the Democratic primary but also significantly impact the outcome of the Senate race in a state that has been a Republican stronghold for years.
What happens next? As the deadline approaches, political analysts and constituents alike are eagerly awaiting Crockett’s announcement. Will she rise to the challenge or retreat to her current position in the House? The stakes are high, and the clock is ticking.
Stay tuned for further updates as this story develops.
