Kamala Harris Endorses Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Democratic Primary

In Brief

Kamala Harris endorses Jasmine Crockett amid Texas Senate primary and Trump's Texas visit.

Key Facts

• Former Vice President Kamala Harris endorsed Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Democratic Senate primary
• The endorsement is Harris's most significant since leaving office
• Jasmine Crockett is competing against James Talarico in a competitive Democratic primary
• President Trump is in Texas ahead of the state's midterm primary day on Tuesday
• Trump has not yet made an endorsement in the Texas Senate GOP primary race

What Happened

Kamala Harris publicly endorsed Jasmine Crockett in the Texas Democratic Senate primary, marking her most notable endorsement since leaving office. Crockett faces a competitive primary against James Talarico. Meanwhile, President Trump is in Texas ahead of the midterm primary day but has not announced any endorsement in the GOP Senate race.

Why It Matters

Harris's endorsement could influence Democratic voters in a closely contested primary, potentially impacting the party's Senate candidate in Texas. Trump's presence in Texas ahead of the primaries highlights the significance of the state's races for both parties. The lack of a Trump endorsement leaves the GOP primary outcome open.