The Texas Tribune - U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett , D-Dallas, on Monday filed to run for U.S. Senate, scrambling the Democratic field after teasing her potential entry for months.

Crockett, a second-term congresswoman, has skyrocketed to fame through viral spats with Republicans and as a frequent presence in the Democratic media ecosystem. The 44-year-old’s fiery clashes with Republicans have earned her legions of social media followers and donors, turning her into one of the party’s most prolific fundraisers even as she has been passed up for multiple House leadership roles.

Crockett is joining a field that already includes Austin state Rep. James Talarico , also known as a strong communicator and for his progressive brand of Christianity. But her path was made easier by fellow Dallasi

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