Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Jasmine Crockett

From career breakthroughs to professional milestones, explore how Jasmine Crockett made an impact.

Jasmine Crockett is an American lawyer and politician currently serving as the U.S. Representative for Texas's 30th congressional district since January 2023. A member of the Democratic Party, her district encompasses a significant portion of south Dallas County, central Dallas, Dallas Love Field airport, and a small area of Tarrant County. Crockett's background as a lawyer informs her political career, positioning her as a representative for her constituency in the House.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

2006: Passed Bar Exam and Became Public Defender

In 2006, Jasmine Crockett completed law school and passed the bar examination. She became a public defender for Bowie County and later formed her own law firm.

2019: Special Election Held

In 2019, a special election was held after Eric Johnson vacated his seat in the Texas House to become mayor of Dallas. The election had a runoff on January 28, 2020.

January 28, 2020: Special Election Runoff

On January 28, 2020, a special election runoff was held after Eric Johnson vacated his seat. Lorraine Birabil won.

November 2020: Won General Election Unopposed

In November 2020, Jasmine Crockett won the general election unopposed after defeating Lorraine Birabil in the primary runoff.

January 2021: Assumed Office

In January 2021, Jasmine Crockett assumed office, marking her entry into the Texas House.

November 20, 2021: Eddie Bernice Johnson Announces Retirement

On November 20, 2021, Eddie Bernice Johnson, the incumbent U.S. representative of Texas's 30th congressional district, announced she would not seek reelection in 2022.

2023: Vote Against Fiscal Responsibility Act and Vote to Support Israel

In 2023, Jasmine Crockett was among the 46 Democrats who voted against the final passage of the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 in the House. She also voted to provide Israel with support following the 2023 Hamas attack on Israel.

April 2024: Voted for Military Aid Package Supplementals

In April 2024, Jasmine Crockett, along with most of her fellow Democrats, voted in favor of three military aid package supplementals for Ukraine, Israel, and Taiwan.

August 19, 2024: Speech at the Democratic National Convention

On August 19, 2024, Jasmine Crockett spoke at the first night of the 2024 Democratic National Convention, questioning whether Donald Trump, described as a "vindictive vile villain", would violate voters' vision.

2024: Addressed the Democratic National Convention and Won Second Term

In 2024, Jasmine Crockett addressed the Democratic National Convention and referenced the prior impeachment hearing for President Joe Biden. She also won a second term to the House of Representatives in 2024.