Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Congressman Marc Veasey were honored to host Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg in Dallas to celebrate the $80 million Reconnecting Communities grant for new parks and pedestrian walkways in Oak Cliff, the Cedars, and other neighborhoods in South Dallas. They eagerly anticipate working with the Biden administration to continue investing in our community.
Congresswoman Crockett attended the groundbreaking ceremony at the historic Forest Theater, a South Dallas landmark that holds immense significance for its role serving the Black community and hosting Black performers during segregation and beyond. Her presence underscores her commitment to preserving our community’s history and ensuring its legacy for future generations.
‘If your vote didn’t matter, why would they be fighting to take it away?’
Congresswoman Crockett posed this question during her conversation with MSNBC’s Ali Velshi, highlighting the concerning assault on voting rights in the South by Republicans, reminiscent of the days of Jim Crow.
Over a thousand constituents tuned into Congresswoman Crockett’s quarterly teletownhall for updates from DC and North Texas. The event featured special guests from the City of Dallas, Bonton Farms, and the IRS, providing valuable insights and fostering community engagement.
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Congressman Dan Goldman recently appeared on MSNBC’s The Last Word to discuss their new bill, the Abortion Care Awareness Act. This legislation aims to combat abortion misinformation and ensure that patients across the US have access to the care they need.
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is leading efforts to address technical glitches in the FAFSA application process, which hit students from mixed immigration status households particularly hard. Despite initial efforts, delays in processing and fund disbursement risk depriving thousands of Texas students of vital financial aid.
