Jasmine Felicia Crockett (born March 29, 1981) is an American attorney and politician who has represented Texas’s 30th congressional district in the U.S. House of Representatives since January 3, 2023. She aligns with the Democratic Party and previously held a seat in the Texas House of Representatives for District 100 from January 2021 to January 2023. Crockett is recognized for her eloquent speaking abilities, sharp intelligence, and progressive perspectives, making her a significant figure within the Congressional Progressive Caucus.
Frequently employing humor and straightforward dialogue in hearings, media appearances, and speeches, she has garnered a substantial online following and national recognition. In 2025–2026, she competed in the Democratic primary for the U.S. Senate position in Texas but was defeated by State Representative James Talarico.
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Jasmine Crockett was born in St. Louis, Missouri, to Reverend Joseph Crockett and Gwen Crockett. She was raised in a faith-driven household that prioritized education, service, and justice. Jasmine attended Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School and Rosati-Kain Academy, graduating from high school with commendable academic achievements. In 2003, she attained a Bachelor of Arts in business administration from Rhodes College in Memphis, Tennessee.
During her time at Rhodes, she uncovered her aptitude for public speaking and advocacy through mock trials and theater, ignited by an instructor who recognized her potential after a college performance in Little Shop of Horrors. She later remarked that a series of hate crimes against Black students on campus pushed her to pursue law as a means to combat injustice.
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Jasmine attended Thurgood Marshall School of Law at Texas Southern University before transferring to the University of Houston Law Centre, where she earned her Juris Doctor in 2006. After successfully completing the Texas bar examination, she served as a public defender in Bowie County, Texas, from 2007 to 2010, representing clients who could not afford legal assistance, many of whom were individuals of color. In 2010, she campaigned for Bowie County district attorney but was not elected, and later chaired the county’s Democratic Party. That same year, she established her own law firm, Crockett Law PLLC, which she led until 2022. Her firm concentrated on civil rights, criminal defense, personal injury, and matters involving police brutality and racial inequality. She also represented demonstrators in Dallas and provided pro bono assistance to Black Lives Matter activists.
In 2020, Jasmine successfully ran for and secured a seat in the Texas House of Representatives for District 100, succeeding Eric Johnson (who became the mayor of Dallas). She served a single term (2021–2023), advocating bills on police accountability, criminal justice reform, voting rights, and economic fairness. In 2022, she won the election to the U.S. House for Texas’s 30th district, triumphing over Republican opponent Jane Hope Hamilton. She was sworn in on January 3, 2023, and became a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus. Jasmine describes her political stance as “common sense” rather than exclusively progressive, emphasizing practical solutions to everyday challenges such as healthcare costs, gun violence, and voting rights.
During the 119th Congress (2025–2026), she was part of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee and the House Judiciary Committee, where her incisive inquiries during hearings gained attention. In 2025, she announced her candidacy for the U.S. Senate in Texas for the 2026 election but lost the Democratic primary to State Representative James Talarico. Despite the setback, she remains active in Congress, frequently appearing in national media, hosting town halls, and supporting legislation on abortion access, increasing the minimum wage, Supreme Court reform, and immigration policy. Additionally, she continues to expand her online following by blending policy discussions, humor, and cultural insights.
Age
Jasmine Crockett was born on March 29, 1981. As of March 2026, she is 44 years old.
Husband
Jasmine Crockett is not married and has never publicly been wed. She maintains her romantic life private and seldom discusses relationships in interviews or across social media platforms. No spouse or long-term partner is mentioned in public resources. She prioritizes work, faith, and advocacy in public discourse rather than personal affairs.
Children
Jasmine Crockett does not have any children. She has not publicly addressed intentions regarding parenthood and prefers to keep family matters private, apart from her parents and extended relatives.
Net Worth
As of 2026, Jasmine Crockett’s net worth is estimated to fall between $1.5 and $3 million. The majority of her wealth is derived from:
- Congressional salary ($174,000 yearly as a U.S. Representative)
- Earnings from her legal practice (Crockett Law PLLC, 2010–2022)
- Speaking engagements and media participation
- Campaign contributions and fundraising (managed through official accounts)
- Personal investments and savings
Since her initial election to Congress in 2022, her net worth is relatively modest compared to politicians who have served for longer durations. Financial disclosures indicate she does not possess substantial real estate holdings, large stock portfolios, or additional business interests beyond standard retirement accounts.
Salary
As the U.S. Representative for Texas’s 30th district, Jasmine Crockett receives a base salary of $174,000 annually, a figure that has remained unchanged since 2009. Her benefits encompass a pension, health insurance, allowances for travel and staff, and office expenses. She does not earn outside income from legal work while serving in Congress due to ethics regulations.
Profile Summary
| Full Name | Jasmine Felicia Crockett |
| Date of Birth | March 29, 1981 |
| Age (March 2026) | 44 |
| Husband | Not married (no public spouse or long-term partner) |
| Children | None |
| Education | B.A. Business Administration (Rhodes College, 2003); J.D. (University of Houston Law Center, 2006) |
| Career Highlights | Public defender (2007–2010); Founder, Crockett Law PLLC (2010–2022); Texas House (2021–2023); U.S. House TX-30 (2023–present) |
| Political Positions | Progressive Democrat; advocates for abortion rights, gun safety, voting rights, criminal justice reform, minimum wage increase |
| Net Worth (2026 est.) | $1.5–$3 million |
| Salary | $174,000 annually (U.S. Representative base pay) |
| Recent Activity | Lost 2026 U.S. Senate Democratic primary; active on Oversight & Judiciary Committees |
