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Crockett slams Democrats for choosing 'seniority' over those who are 'best equipped'


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Published in Politics and Government on Sunday, December 29th 2024 at 1:00 GMT by MSN   Print publication without navigation

  • Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) took aim at Democrats for choosing Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-Va.) over Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) to be the top Democrat on the House Oversight and Accountability Committee in the upcoming Congress.

Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) has openly criticized her fellow Democrats for prioritizing seniority over merit in committee assignments, particularly highlighting the case of Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee (D-Texas). Crockett argued that the Democratic Party should focus on selecting members who are "best equipped" for roles rather than adhering strictly to seniority, especially when it comes to influential positions like the Judiciary Committee. She pointed out that despite her own qualifications and the needs of her district, she was not chosen for this committee, which she believes is crucial for addressing issues like voting rights and criminal justice reform. Crockett's comments reflect a broader debate within the party about how to balance experience with the need for fresh perspectives and effective representation.

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