Rep. Jasmine Crockett has left some of her fellow House Democrats infuriated after launching a bid for U.S. Senate in Texas.
Why it matters: Many in the party fear the anti-Trump firebrand will alienate swing voters and drag down Democrats in the state if she clinches the nomination — including in several key House races that could decide control of the lower chamber. • "She might win a primary, but she ain't winning a general in Texas," said a senior House Democrat who, like others quoted in this story, spoke on the condition of anonymity to offer candid thoughts about a colleague. • "It's concerning for [swing] districts ... I think it's a bad decision," said a second House Democrat.
What she's saying: "It's hard to get a clear picture of who the Texans are from the fog of Washingt

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