On December 8, 2025, Rep. Jasmine Crockett formally filed paperwork to run for the U.S. Senate from Texas and rolled out a launch video that bizarrely makes former President Donald Trump the centerpiece of her ad. The clip repurposes audio of Trump insulting her, while Crockett simply stares and smiles into the camera — a stunty bit of theater that speaks louder than any policy platform.
The video runs barely over half a minute and prominently features Trump calling her a “very low IQ person” multiple times as she holds a neutral, almost smug face and then flashes a grin at the end. It’s an obvious attempt to recast repeated attacks as proof of authenticity, but the execution looks more like political performance art than a serious case for office.
Conservative commentators and social media users were merciless, and the ad went viral for all the wrong reasons among voters who want leaders who talk about jobs, inflation, and public safety. Instead of answering real questions, Crockett’s team chose to celebrate being mocked, which plays into the narrative that Democrats prefer spectacle over substance.
This rollout also reshuffled the Democratic field in Texas; former Rep. Colin Allred bowed out of the Senate race the same day, underscoring how Crockett’s entry has upended plans inside her own party. Democrats can crow about resilience and “Texas Tough,” but swapping rivalries and stunt ads won’t erase the fact that voters are hungry for policies that actually lower costs and secure the border.
For Republicans, Crockett’s gimmicky launch is a political gift — a candidate who leans into victimhood and celebrity is easier to define and defeat than one who debates concrete solutions. Early reporting shows Crockett may be popular inside the Democratic base, but she fares worse head-to-head against Republican opponents in broader polls, which should make conservatives confident heading into 2026.
Hardworking Americans don’t want to watch politicians trade insults for applause; they want leaders focused on rising prices, school choice, and public safety. Conservatives should use this moment to demand serious debates and hold the media accountable for elevating theater over truth, because the future of Texas and this country depends on policies — not PR stunts.
