All articles tagged with #jasmine crockett
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NJ.com
Rep. Jasmine Crockett responded to Donald Trump's challenge to take a cognitive test, criticizing his understanding of IQ scores and accusing him of obsessing over women of color, while Trump continues to boast about his perfect cognitive assessment scores.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Axios
Rep. Jasmine Crockett is strongly considering running for U.S. Senate in Texas, citing favorable polling and her national profile as a tough Democratic contender, especially amid redistricting challenges and a competitive primary landscape.
Originally Published 3 months ago — by The Hill
Rep. Jasmine Crockett defended her vote against honoring conservative activist Charlie Kirk, citing his rhetoric targeting communities of color and his negative comments about her, while condemning political violence and emphasizing the importance of civil discourse.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by HuffPost
Democrat Jasmine Crockett questioned MAGA supporters about their future political allegiance after Trump's presidency, prompting predictions of a long-term GOP dominance with successors like JD Vance, Marco Rubio, and even a Trump dynasty, which drew criticism and skepticism from others.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Dallas News
Rep. Jasmine Crockett withdrew her bid to be the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, citing leadership resistance to her outspoken style and approach, including her stance on impeachment inquiries against President Trump. She emphasized her commitment to her constituents and her authentic leadership style, despite not securing enough support from Democratic leadership, and plans to continue her advocacy and vocal opposition.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Texas Tribune
U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett withdrew from the race to become the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, losing out to Rep. Robert Garcia, amid a broader discussion on generational leadership and Democratic strategy following recent setbacks and leadership changes.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Politico
Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett announced her bid to become the top Democrat on the House Oversight Committee, competing in a race to succeed the late Rep. Gerry Connolly, amidst a broader Democratic contest and a focus on scrutinizing the Trump administration. The race involves multiple candidates and highlights generational and strategic debates within the party.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Root
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) fiercely defended herself against comments from Marjorie Taylor Greene, while Ben Carson's new book calls for ending no-fault divorce laws. Vice President Kamala Harris faced criticism for using profanity in an interview, highlighting conservative hypocrisy. Meanwhile, the Supreme Court's decision to restore a congressional voting map in Louisiana is seen as a victory for Black voters.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) claimed that some Republican colleagues showed approval of her response to a spat with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) by giving her a "thumbs up" and winks. The incident occurred during a House Oversight Committee hearing where Greene accused Crockett of wearing "fake eyelashes," a comment criticized for its racial undertones. Crockett has since trademarked a phrase mocking Greene and used it for fundraising, while Greene defended her physique in a social media post.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by MSNBC
Rep. Jasmine Crockett claims that some of her Republican colleagues secretly support her after her recent confrontation with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, indicating a divide within the GOP.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by WSB Atlanta
Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has filed a trademark for the phrase "bleached blonde, bad-built, butch body," which she used to describe Georgia Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene during a heated committee hearing. The exchange began when Greene commented on Crockett's appearance, leading to a back-and-forth that continued on social media. Greene responded by defending her appearance and criticizing societal beauty standards.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo! Voices
During a congressional hearing on election integrity, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) fact-checked GOP lawmakers' claims of voter fraud and called out their hypocrisy. She cited examples of voter suppression in Georgia and a Pennsylvania man who committed voter fraud by using his dead mother's name to vote for Trump. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) interrupted Crockett, but the Texan refused to yield and continued to present evidence of GOP cheating.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
During a congressional hearing on election integrity, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) fact-checked GOP lawmakers' claims of voter fraud and called out their hypocrisy. She cited examples of voter suppression in Georgia and a Pennsylvania man who committed voter fraud by using his dead mother's name to vote for Trump. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-Ga.) interrupted Crockett, but the Texan refused to yield and continued to present evidence of GOP cheating.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Daily Beast
During a joint hearing on election integrity, Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett fact-checked House Republicans on their claims of widespread voter fraud benefiting Democrats, citing instances of alleged Republican-led vote tampering. Crockett called out Republicans for their repeated claims of cheating during voting rights hearings.