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Summary
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, faced criticism for not endorsing James Talarico, the Democratic Senate nominee in Texas, on her FIRE PAC list. Talarico defeated Crockett in the party’s Senate primary. Former Rep. Susan Wild, D-Pa., accused Crockett of prioritizing personal feelings over party unity. Crockett said she had congratulated Talarico after his primary win and endorsed him the day after the election. Her PAC has raised $144,960 and focuses on smaller races. Wild’s comments were part of a broader pattern of criticism against Crockett’s rhetoric and actions.
Our Reading
As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Crockett left Talarico off her endorsement list.
Wild called her a narcissist and said she was selfish.
Crockett defended herself and criticized the media.
Her PAC supports local candidates, not big names.
Author: Evan Null
Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Endorsement List
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, drew criticism for not including James Talarico, the Democratic Senate nominee in Texas, on her list of endorsements. Talarico had defeated Crockett in the party’s Senate primary earlier this year. Crockett’s FIRE PAC, which has raised only $144,960, supports 14 candidates, none of whom are major statewide figures.
Former Rep. Susan Wild’s Reaction
Former Rep. Susan Wild, D-Pa., who served three terms, criticized Crockett for what she called a lack of loyalty to the party. Wild said Crockett was putting personal feelings ahead of party success in Texas. She called Crockett a “narcissistic drama queen” and said “karma will suck.”
Crockett’s Response to Criticism
Crockett responded to Wild and others, saying she had personally congratulated Talarico after he won the primary. She criticized the media for focusing on “tabloid lane” and suggested they write about Ken Paxton instead. She also said she had endorsed Talarico the day after the election.
Previous Controversies Involving Crockett
Crockett has faced scrutiny for her rhetoric, including calling Gov. Greg Abbott “Governor Hot Wheels” and describing Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene as having a “beach-blong, bad-built, butch body.” She also drew backlash for honoring Chris Brown in the congressional record despite his history of violence against women.
Focus of Crockett’s PAC
Crockett’s FIRE PAC has raised only $144,960 and focuses on smaller races. The 14 candidates on her list are state or local figures. Gubernatorial candidate Gina Hinojosa was also not on the list. Representatives for Crockett did not immediately respond to requests for comment from Fox News Digital.
