The moment was brief, almost tossed off in a side remark, but it has detonated like political dynamite in Washington. Representative Jasmine Crockett, the fiery Democrat known for her unfiltered style and combative energy, admitted on a livestream this week that Democrats are prepared to lean on “dark money” in their attempt to win back control of Congress during the midterms.

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The Remark That Lit the Fuse

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What Exactly Is “Dark Money”?

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Critics Seize the Moment

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Democrats Split Down the Middle

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The Hypocrisy Question

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Crockett Doubles Down

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The Bigger Picture

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A Risky Gamble

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Trump vs. Crockett: A Shadow Battle

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Final Word