Crockett was reportedly the GOP’s preferred opponent in the 2026 Senate elections in Texas, but had not been considered as a potential contender in the race by her own party

The Republican Party allegedly promoted favorable polls about Representative Jasmine Crockett as part of a plan to goad the outspoken Democrat into running for the Senate.

Crockett was reportedly the GOP’s preferred opponent in the 2026 race in Texas, but had not been considered as a potential contender in the race by her fellow Democrats.

That prompted Senate Republicans to disseminate a poll in July suggesting that she would be the frontrunner in the Democratic primary.

“When we saw the results, we were like, ‘OK, we got to disseminate this far and wide,’” a source familiar with the plan told NOTUS.

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    I think both candidates are alright, but I feel like too many folks forget exactly where they’re running. It’s Texas. Good ‘ole boys and church goin’ folks livin’ out in the middle of nowhere. The more we can remind them of what Jesus supposedly said and did, the better, and Talarico is the man that’s doing that. If he can fool ‘em all into voting for a democrat, that just means fewer repuglicunts in office, and more chances to move the Overton window back to the left.

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      Or more likely another Fetterman Dino elected who get’s a chance to be the rotating villain for why the demos just couldn’t codify roe v wade the next time they get a majority. Give me Crockett.

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    It makes sense that political consultants would want to run against a woman of color in deep red state. I really hope it backfires on the and she wins.

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      That’s not her issue. It’s not why she’s struggling.

      Her issue is she’s an pro Israel, hollow corporatist. Her outrage is pure kayfabe.

      The outrage and anger and clap backs, that’s the only reason she’s still in this race. People eat that shit up even though she’s about as empty as Mayo Pete when it comes to substance.

      And that’s the difference. Talarico has substance.

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      Nah she sucks, just a louder, more Internet drama poisoned version of the other corporate conservatives in the party. Talarico is a proper progressive, anti corporate, anti genocide candidate.

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        I like how she’s willing to fight back. Democrats desperately need non-corporate candidates that are willing to fight.

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          She’s an annoying loud black lady like Kamala (to independent white voters), so she won’t get too far which is a shame. Racism and sexism is too pervasive in this country still.

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            Annoying and loud are not real issues with the voters you’re mentioning. It’s really just her being a black lady that upsets them.

            It’s kind of like the “economic anxiety” that Trump voters claimed was their reason for why they support him. It’s really just the racism.

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              When these voters see some AI slop video calling her a DEI and black fatigue demagogue, it won’t take much for them to not vote for her.

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    I’m glad she is running. I think both Dem candidates are equally matched. A competitive primary might bring out more voters in the general.

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      I don’t know about Crockett. She’s taken money from AIPAC.

      There’s a reason why the Republicans want her to be the Dem nominee.

      She’s been good on some subjects, but there’s that nagging doubt.

      If there were no better option then yes, vote for her. But there is a better option.

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        My biggest issue is that even what she’s “good” at, she’s not really. She’s witty and mean to people I think deserve it, but her voting record is almost a perfect overlap with Hakeem Jeffries. “Charismatic Jeffries” doesn’t mean shit to me.

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          She has all the policy positions one would have if they’re 💯 in the bag for AIPAC.

          She’s like Chuck Schumer level pro Israel.

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            I see that https://www.trackaipac.com/ says she’s pro-Israel, but even they don’t indicate she’s received any money. I’m just saying if there’s no proof that she’s taken AIPAC money then stop using that as a talking point against her. Use her voting record and statements, things that are verifiable.

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          My understanding was no direct aipac but indirect. And she went on an Israel visit a few years back. She has also made multiple pro Israel statements including a denial of genocide and says Israel will always be funded by the u.s.

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            I see that https://www.trackaipac.com/ says she’s pro-Israel, but even they don’t indicate she’s received any money. I’m just saying if there’s no proof that she’s taken AIPAC money then stop using that as a talking point against her. Use her voting record and statements, things that are verifiable.

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        She also defended that woman who was taking phone call text orders from Epstein during his hearing.

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      You saying she’ll be president in a few years? Don’t threaten me with a good time!

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    I found out the local trump agenda guy has file a lawsuit against the person running against him. The problem for him so far is that every judge has recused themselves from it. Including the special Judiciary appointed by our maga mouth piece governor. Dude is sending hate mail on her.

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    She shall not run against Talarico in Democratic primaries, this is a huge mistake of hers

    Americans need more people like her and James running against GOP and not clashing with each other at Dems primaries

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      No, you don’t get it. Democrats need robust primaries, it’s the only way to get robust candidates. We need to stop acting like anyone who gets elected once deserves that seat for life.

      Every race should have a primary challenger!

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        I agree. It’s not like Crockett and Talarico are hurling mud at each other, they are very civil (so far). A primary where the candidates agree on the fundamentals and it’s just about who is going to better represent that in Washington seems like a great contest,one in which all participant can come out winners.

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          Talarico is letting LoneStar PAC hurl the mud at Crockett so he can play the “good Christian”. Their ads are shameful and gross.

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          It’s gonna be muddy this week. I promise. We 10 days out. We’re in the “smoke em if you gottem” phase if the primary.