Rep. Jasmine Crockett confirms security team member killed by Dallas police in standoff - AP News

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March 17, 2026
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A member of Rep. Jasmine Crockett's security team was killed by Dallas police during a standoff.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett confirmed that a member of her security team was killed by Dallas police during a standoff. The incident occurred in Dallas, though the excerpt does not provide details about what triggered the police response or the circumstances of the standoff. A death involving police use of force typically draws scrutiny from elected officials and can spark questions about officer conduct and de-escalation procedures. Crockett's public confirmation suggests the incident may receive heightened attention given her position in Congress and potential implications for the security protocols of her office.

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