Rep. Jasmine Crockett Criticizes Democrats for Prioritizing Seniority Over Fresh Leadership

Crockett calls for reform in Democratic leadership selection, highlighting the need for new approaches following election losses.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) expressed frustration with the Democratic Party's reliance on seniority for leadership roles, citing the recent selection of Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) over Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY) as ranking member of the House Oversight Committee.
Crockett acknowledged both Connolly and Ocasio-Cortez as qualified but argued that the party missed an opportunity to embrace newer leadership to address current challenges.
She emphasized that voters expect Democrats to demonstrate adaptability and innovation after losing the 2024 general elections to Republicans, who now control the presidency and both chambers of Congress.
Crockett noted that House Republicans employ term limits for leadership positions, suggesting Democrats consider similar reforms to bring fresh perspectives to leadership roles.
Despite her critique, Crockett expressed confidence in Connolly's ability to lead the committee effectively while urging the party to reevaluate its leadership practices.