By The Post Staff | June 24, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Progressive firebrand Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D‑TX) has officially dropped her bid to become the top Democrat on the powerful House Oversight Committee, dramatically ending her latest leadership push after an embarrassing lack of support from her party.
“It was clear by the numbers that my style of leadership is not exactly what they were looking for…so I didn’t think it was fair to push forward and try to rebuke that,” Crockett told reporters after bowing out of the race (AOL).
🔥 SWEPT BY VIRALITY, SNUBBED BY CAUCUS
Despite a massive online following and visibility from heated Oversight Committee hearings, Crockett failed to gain traction with internal party leadership and came in dead last in the Democratic Steering & Policy Committee’s recommendation round — prompting her abrupt withdrawal on the eve of the full caucus vote (eewmagazineonline.com).
In the closed-door race, Rep. Robert Garcia (D‑CA) — a former mayor of Long Beach — ultimately secured the backing of fellow Democrats and is poised to become the new ranking member, set to replace the late Rep. Gerry Connolly (D‑VA) (AP News).
🤯 PROGRESSIVE RANK-AND-FILE LEFT REELING
Seen as the rising face of Democratic social media and unapologetic rhetoric, Crockett’s defeat marks a clear setback for the party’s hard-left flank. Observers say many colleagues viewed her aggressive style as more risky than unifying .
“I may have come in last, but I’m still ‘loud and proud’ and a team player,” Crockett tweeted, promising to remain vocal and active on the committee despite the loss .
🧭 PAGE-TURNER FROM OLD GUARD TO NEW VOICE
Garcia, 47, becomes the first openly gay Latino ranking Democrat on the Oversight Committee. His selection signals a generational pivot — favoring pragmatism, efficiency, and experience as mayor over flash and confrontation .
Garcia has vowed to intensify scrutiny of Republican-led investigations, particularly those targeting President Biden, while pushing for reforms in government efficiency and transparency .
📊 WHAT’S NEXT?
With Crockett sidelined, Democrats will rely on Garcia to lead oversight efforts during the next Congress. Meanwhile, Crockett remains vice-ranking member of the committee and says her approach won’t change — she just won’t lead it.
Her retreat is also seen as a broader signal: popularity on social media doesn’t necessarily translate into institutional power in Congress — at least not on her own terms.
Bottom line: Jasmine Crockett may have staged a viral moment, but the Democratic caucus voted for a steadier hand — and a new face to lead the fight on Oversight.
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