Crockett suggests she won't campaign with Talarico, will focus 'down ballot'

A Texas Democratic congresswoman has signaled she will prioritize supporting down-ballot candidates in the state’s upcoming elections, following her primary defeat by the party’s Senate nominee. The move comes as she acknowledges the need for strong turnout efforts, hinting that her campaigning resources may now be directed elsewhere. Observers are watching whether her decision will impact Democratic momentum in Texas, where high-stakes races could shape control of the Senate. The shift reflects broader strategic calculations within the party ahead of the general election.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) said she will focus on “campaigning down ballot” in Texas, suggesting that she won’t campaign with Democratic Senate nominee James Talarico after he defeated her in the party’s primary.  “We’ve seen the turnout that you can produce. Talarico might very well need that magnetism. Will you campaign with him?” CNN’s Laura...