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Jasmine Crockett

Jasmine Felicia Crockett is an American lawyer and Democratic politician serving as the U.S.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Jasmine Felicia Crockett is an American lawyer and Democratic politician serving as the U.S. representative for Texas's 30th congressional district since 2023. She previously served in the Texas House of Representatives for the 100th district from 2021 to 2023 and has been identified as a civil rights advocate and outspoken member of Congress.

Early life and education

Crockett was born in St. Louis, Missouri, on March 29, 1981. She earned a Bachelor of Arts from Rhodes College and a Juris Doctor from the University of Houston Law Center.

Before her congressional service, Crockett worked as an attorney, including in criminal defense and civil rights-related work. Sources also describe her as a public defender and civil rights lawyer.

Political career

Crockett served in the Texas House of Representatives from 2021 to 2023 before winning election to the U.S. House in 2022. She represents portions of Dallas and Tarrant counties in Texas's 30th congressional district.

National profile

Crockett has gained national attention for her high-profile exchanges with Republican lawmakers and her forceful criticism of Donald Trump. She has also been described as an outspoken progressive voice in Congress.

Key facts

  • Represents Texas's 30th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives.
  • Served in the Texas House of Representatives for the 100th district before entering Congress.
  • Born in St. Louis, Missouri, and educated at Rhodes College and the University of Houston Law Center.
  • Is a Democrat and has been associated with civil rights advocacy and progressive politics.
  • In 2026, she ran in the Texas U.S. Senate Democratic primary and lost to state representative James Talarico.
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Canadian context

No direct Canada-specific connection is evident, though Canadian readers may know her as a prominent U.S. congressional Democrat and media figure.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Jasmine Crockett?
Jasmine Crockett is a Democratic U.S. representative from Texas who has served in Congress since 2023.
What district does she represent?
She represents Texas's 30th congressional district, including parts of Dallas and Tarrant counties.
What was her role before Congress?
She served in the Texas House of Representatives for the 100th district from 2021 to 2023.
What is her professional background?
Crockett is a lawyer by training and has worked in criminal defense and civil rights law.
Where was she born?
She was born in St. Louis, Missouri.
Did she run for the U.S. Senate?
Yes. In 2026, she was a candidate in the Texas U.S. Senate Democratic primary and lost to James Talarico.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jasmine_Crockett
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, Texas House service, U.S. House service, and 2026 Senate primary result.
  2. Encyclopaedia Britannica — https://www.britannica.com/biography/Jasmine-Crockett
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, current office, and description as a Democratic congresswoman from Texas.
  3. U.S. House of Representatives — http://crockett.house.gov/
    Supports: Congressional district represented and Texas counties/cities included in her district.
  4. Congress.gov — https://www.congress.gov/member/jasmine-crockett/C001130
    Supports: Party affiliation and House service since 2023.
  5. University of Houston Law Center — https://www.law.uh.edu/alumni/Featured-Alumni/2023-0308Crockett.asp
    Supports: Education, legal career context, and first African American UH Law Center graduate to serve in the U.S. House.
  6. NBC News — https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/2026-election/rep-jasmine-crockett-launches-texas-senate-run-shaking-democratic-prim-rcna247542
    Supports: 2026 Texas Senate run announcement and campaign context.
  7. GovTrack — https://www.govtrack.us/congress/members/jasmine_crockett/456944
    Supports: House district and service dates.