Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) has officially announced her candidacy to head the House Oversight Committee, presenting herself as a new option to challenge the Republican majority.
Crockett shared her letter with colleagues. She becomes the fourth Democrat to enter the race following the passing of Rep. Jerry Connolly (D-Va.) from cancer last month.
“Our nation is facing an existential crisis fueled by unaccountable executives who disregard our Constitution, governance structures, and our rights as citizens in a democratic republic. This administration has undermined Congressional authority and defied legitimate judicial mandates.
“The gravity of these unprecedented times necessitates countermeasures and strategies we have never before witnessed. Under the shadow of ‘Trump 2.0’, it is imperative to pull back the veil of chaos.”
Crockett has gained recognition for her sharp one-liners and notable confrontations with some of Congress’s most recognized conservatives.
She emphasized that Democrats must embrace the prospect of victory instead of succumbing to Republican aggression.
Furthermore, she asserted that former President Biden “rescued the global economy” simply because he was “attacked over the price of eggs.”
“From the oversight committee’s podium, ranking members are tasked with articulating our case against Trump 2.0 and his Republican allies, amplifying this message nationwide. It’s crucial for ranking members to concisely summarize the key elements of our evidence. Otherwise, it will be ineffective,” she wrote.
Crockett’s contenders include ranking members Rep. Steven Lynch (D-Mass.), Rob Garcia (D-Calif.), and Quay Simhume (D-Md.).
Source: thehill.com