3 articles · Updated · The Washington Post · Aug 28
Summary
Jasmine Crockett said Thursday she will campaign “downballot” rather than with Democratic nominee James Talarico, extending a notable split as Senate primaries conclude.
March’s primary clash still drives that stance: Crockett has accused Talarico of backing ads she called “straight-up racist” amid broader disputes over race and gender.
Talarico has gained in polls against Attorney General Ken Paxton, but strategists say he has not generated comparable enthusiasm among Black voters, many of whom backed Crockett.
Crockett framed her focus as boosting lesser-known Democrats, and her FIRE PAC has already endorsed 8 candidates — 5 for House seats and 3 for state or local offices — with more expected.