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Bowen Yang, Matt Rogers Tell Fans Not to Donate to Jasmine Crockett in Texas Senate Race

Their podcast remarks escalate intraparty scrutiny of a contest where Crockett holds a slim early lead over James Talarico.

Overview

  • On Las Culturistas, Matt Rogers told listeners "Don't waste your money" on Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Senate bid, and Bowen Yang said, "I must agree."
  • Rogers argued Crockett cannot win statewide in Texas, citing Beto O’Rourke’s past loss, and he highlighted James Talarico as an alternative.
  • The episode was Yang’s first since leaving Saturday Night Live, drawing additional attention to the exchange.
  • The comments prompted online criticism from creators and public figures, including comedian Loni Love, who challenged their assessment.
  • Coverage of the race notes Crockett, a progressive congresswoman, holds a narrow early polling edge over Talarico with strong support from Black voters.