Rep. Jasmine Crockett Speaks at 'Not My President's Day' Rally in Dallas

The rally protested actions of the Trump administration, with a focus on federal immigration policies.

Published on Feb. 17, 2026

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Dozens gathered at Dallas City Hall on Monday for a 'Not My President's Day' rally, including U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett. Crockett, a Democrat running for U.S. Senate, addressed the crowd and called for people to 'show up and show them who's boss' and reject the 'mediocrity and the hate and the flat out corruption' coming from Washington. Other speakers included Reverend Frederick D. Haynes III, who is running for Crockett's House seat, and Dallas ISD trustee Byron Sanders.

Why it matters

The rally was the latest in a series of protests against the Trump administration's policies, particularly its federal immigration crackdown. Crockett's appearance highlights her efforts to energize the Democratic base as she challenges Republican incumbent John Cornyn for a U.S. Senate seat.

The details

The rally, organized by the Next Generation Action Network, drew about 100 people to Dallas City Hall. Crockett arrived an hour into the event, wiping tears from her eyes as she hugged Reverend Haynes before taking the stage. She urged the crowd to 'show up and show them who's boss' and reject the 'mediocrity and the hate and the flat out corruption' from Washington. Other speakers included Dallas ISD trustee Byron Sanders and Texas Democratic Party chair Kendall Scudder.

  • The rally took place on Monday, February 16, 2026.

The players

Jasmine Crockett

A U.S. Representative running for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Republican John Cornyn.

Reverend Frederick D. Haynes III

A pastor who is running for Crockett's House seat.

Byron Sanders

A Dallas ISD District 5 trustee.

Kendall Scudder

The chair of the Texas Democratic Party.

Next Generation Action Network

A nonprofit activist group in North Texas that organized the rally.

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What they’re saying

“This is about delivering. I'm here to tell you that this majority minority state can make a difference not just for Texas, but for the entire country.”

— Jasmine Crockett, U.S. Representative (dallasnews.com)

“We're here because we recognize democracy is on the line. Go ahead and make some noise and make sure that all of America experiences liberty and justice for all. It's our time to move this country forward and in a direction of healing, justice and peace.”

— Reverend Frederick D. Haynes III, Pastor and Congressional Candidate (dallasnews.com)

What’s next

Crockett will face off against state Rep. James Talarico of Austin in the March 3 Democratic primary. Early voting for the primary begins on Tuesday.

The takeaway

The rally highlights the growing political activism and opposition to the Trump administration's policies, particularly on immigration, among Democrats in Texas. Crockett's appearance underscores her efforts to energize the party's base as she challenges the Republican incumbent for a U.S. Senate seat.