In a much-needed dose of accountability, two of the most theatrical voices in the Democrat caucus have been shown the door. Longtime Rep. Al Green of Texas and Rep. Jasmine Crockett are officially finished in Congress. No more taxpayer-funded grandstanding, viral courtroom antics, or inflammatory rhetoric clogging up the people’s House. After years of turning serious legislative proceedings into cable news spectacles, their exits mark a welcome return to seriousness in Washington.
Al Green, a fixture since 2005, was defeated in the Democratic primary runoff by fresher face Christian Menefee in Texas’ 18th District. Redistricting forced the matchup, but voters clearly wanted change. Green was best known for his repeated, often futile attempts to impeach President Trump and his reliably partisan floor speeches. While he represented his district for decades, his legacy became one of performative outrage rather than tangible results for working families.
Jasmine Crockett, the freshman firebrand from Dallas, chose to roll the dice on a U.S. Senate bid and lost the Democratic primary to state Rep. James Talarico. Her short time in Washington was defined by viral moments—sharp exchanges in committee hearings that generated clicks but did little to address inflation, border security, or crime plaguing her constituents. Crockett’s style epitomized the modern Democrat Party: more focused on owning the conservatives on social media than delivering results.
The American people are tired of Congress as theater. Under President Trump’s leadership and with Republicans holding the House, there’s a renewed focus on border security, economic growth, and cutting wasteful spending. Replacing showboating politicians with members interested in governing rather than going viral is a net positive for the institution.
The House just got a whole lot quieter—and for once, that’s excellent news. Taxpayers won’t miss the tantrums. With America First priorities on the agenda, lawmakers can finally get back to work without the constant circus.