Kamala Harris Endorses Rep. Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Primary

Former VP's endorsement seen as major boost in tight Democratic race

Feb. 27, 2026 at 9:59pm

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Former Vice President Kamala Harris has endorsed Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the closely contested Democratic primary for the Texas Senate seat. Crockett is locked in a tight race against state Rep. James Talarico, with both candidates hoping to turn the traditionally Republican state blue. Harris' endorsement is seen as a significant boost for Crockett in the final stretch before the primary election on Tuesday.

Why it matters

The Texas Senate race has drawn national attention as both the Democratic candidates insist the state is ready to elect a Democrat statewide for the first time since the 1990s. Harris' endorsement of Crockett could provide crucial momentum and visibility for her campaign in the final days before the primary.

The details

Crockett, a second-term congresswoman, is facing off against state Rep. James Talarico, who has built a strong online following. In a recorded phone message to Texas voters, Harris praised Crockett's experience and record, saying she has the ability to 'hold Donald Trump and his billionaire cronies accountable.' The endorsement comes as President Donald Trump has refused to endorse a Republican candidate in the race for the seat held by Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX).

  • The primary election in Texas is scheduled for Tuesday, February 28, 2026.

The players

Kamala Harris

Former Vice President of the United States.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett

Second-term Democratic congresswoman running in the Texas Senate primary.

James Talarico

Democratic state representative also running in the Texas Senate primary.

Sen. John Cornyn

Republican senator from Texas whose seat is up for election.

Donald Trump

Former President of the United States who has not endorsed a Republican candidate in the Texas Senate race.

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What they’re saying

“Texas has the chance to send a fighter like Jasmine Crockett to the United States Senate. Jasmine has the experience and record to hold Donald Trump and his billionaire cronies accountable.”

— Kamala Harris

What’s next

The primary election in Texas is scheduled for Tuesday, February 28, 2026, where voters will decide the Democratic nominee for the Senate seat.

The takeaway

Kamala Harris' endorsement of Rep. Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Senate primary is seen as a significant boost for Crockett's campaign in the final stretch before the election. The race has drawn national attention as both Democratic candidates believe Texas is ready to elect a Democrat statewide for the first time in decades.