Crockett Dominates Texas Senate Race in Early Polling

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Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has emerged as the clear frontrunner in the race for the U.S. Senate in Texas, according to newly released internal polling. Despite entering the race just over a month ago, Crockett's campaign has gained significant momentum through grassroots organizing, community engagement, and a populist message that resonates with voters across the state.

Why it matters

Crockett's rise in the polls reflects a growing confidence among Texas voters, particularly African Americans, that she can effectively represent their interests in the Senate. Her campaign blends policy urgency with lived experience, positioning her as a fighter willing to challenge the status quo and address the state's stark economic and social inequalities.

The details

Crockett has crisscrossed the state on weekends, participating in over 30 events across 15 cities in just two weekends. Her campaign has also mobilized volunteers to participate in nearly two dozen Martin Luther King Jr. Day parades, signaling a deep commitment to grassroots organizing and community presence. In her campaign messaging, Crockett has framed her candidacy as a direct challenge to a broken system that has failed working families and Black communities, promising to be a 'Texas Tough' leader who will show up in every corner of the state and represent people who feel ignored by traditional politics.

• Crockett entered the Senate race just over a month ago.
• The latest internal polling data was released on February 8, 2026.

What they’re saying

What’s next

As the primary approaches, Crockett's campaign is quickly becoming the defining force in the Democratic primary, and potentially a historic one for Texas politics.