Nationwide — Jasmine Crockett, a 44-year-old civil rights attorney and rising Democratic star from Texas, is weighing a defining choice that could shift the political landscape for African Americans and for Democrats nationwide. Born in the South and known nationally for her fiery exchanges with Republicans, she now holds two cashier’s checks—one to seek reelection to the U.S. House, and another to launch a U.S. Senate bid. Her decision is due Monday, just minutes before the filing deadline, and she has already invited hundreds to an announcement event without revealing which direction she will take. To Crockett, the dilemma is...
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