Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced Monday she was entering the U.S. Senate race in Texas, the same day Democratic primary opponent Colin Allred dropped out.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced Monday she was entering the U.S. Senate race in Texas, the same day Democratic primary opponent Colin Allred dropped out.

The Texas congressperson let her silence be golden as she announced her run for higher office.

Party officials are deeply skeptical of Crockett's chances in Texas — and afraid to say that out loud.