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14-05-2025
- Politics
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Watch: The Democrat firebrand telling Maga to f--- off
Credit: YouTube / MoveOn By her own admission, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett likes to create a stir. 'If you've ever paid any attention to me, you know I always have remarks – and then something else happens,' she said in March at a dinner in Los Angeles for Human Rights Campaign, a non-profit. 'You'd better all just pray for me because who knows what I'm going to end up saying.' Within moments, the 44-year-old former lawyer spoke disparagingly of Greg Abbott, the Texas governor, who has used a wheel-chair since he was in his 20s, and called him 'hot wheels'. Ms Crockett, who is the representative for Texas's 30th congressional district, defended the comment and insisted she was not referring to Mr Abbott's inability to walk, but to 'the planes, trains, and automobiles he used to transfer migrants into communities led by black mayors, deliberately stoking tension and fear among the most vulnerable'. Credit: YouTube / Human Rights Campaign She also accused her critics of hypocrisy, saying that none of them had ever condemned Donald Trump's apparent mocking of a disabled New York Times reporter during his 2015 presidential campaign. The most recent 'remark' from Ms Crockett, a co-chairwoman of the Harris-Walz campaign, to hit headlines was her claim that Democrats want the 'safest white boy' to put forward in the 2028 presidential race. Speaking with Malcolm Kenyatta, the Democratic National Committee vice-chairman, last week on SiriusXM's UrbanView, she said donors were getting ready to back candidates. She claimed many were keen for the candidate to be a white man. 'It is this fear that the people within the party, within the primary system, will have about voting for a woman because every time we voted for a woman, we've lost so far,' said Ms Crockett. 'I think that that's a natural fear because we just want to win. So there's a lot of people that are like, 'You know what – let's go and find the safest white boy we can'. I mean, I'm just saying.' Credit: YouTube / The Clay Cane Show The comment sparked controversy, with some suggesting it was sexist and racist, while others applauded Ms Crockett's 'honesty'. It comes as the party has struggled to find a way forward, with no clear leader, and no agreed message on how the Democrats should try and engage with voters going into the 2026 midterms. Some potential candidates for 2028, such as Gretchen Whitmer, the Michigan governor, say it is essential to work with the president if his policies help Americans. Others think the fight requires a more combative approach, similar to Ms Crockett's brand of politicking. Throughout her fairly short career, having first entered politics in 2020, Ms Crockett has frequently clashed with Trump loyalist Marjorie Taylor Greene, a perhaps equally sharp-tongued figure on the right. In an exchange last year, after the firebrand Republican made a disparaging comment about Ms Crockett's false eyelashes, the Texan accused Ms Greene of being a 'bleach-blonde, bad-built, butch body'. Ms Crockett revelled in the moment which quickly went viral, branding it 'B6' and touting a line of merchandise she branded the 'Crockett Clapback Collection'. She branded Ms Greene's comments about her eyelashes 'racist,' meanwhile she was criticised over her use of the term 'butch,' and apologised. 'I meant no harm to anyone in the [LGBTQ] community,' she said. Earlier this year Pam Bondi, the attorney general, called on Ms Crockett to apologise to Elon Musk and Ted Cruz, accusing her of threatening their lives and safety. It came after the congresswoman suggested Mr Cruz, the Republican senator for Texas, should be 'knocked over the head, hard' with 'no niceties'. Ms Crockett had also suggested she would like to see Mr Musk 'taken down'amid a wave of protests targeting Tesla dealerships. Shortly after she made the comments, three explosive devices were found at a dealership in Texas, with Ms Bondi calling on the woman to 'unequivocally denounce the violence'. There is no suggestion the two incidents were linked. 'She's using her public persona, her public platform, to increase her followers, to increase her significance, and she is threatening lives, safety,' Ms Bondi told Fox News. At the time, a spokesman for Ms Crockett's office said of the attorney general's comments: '[Ms Crockett] would never incite or wish violence on any one person or corporation. 'As a member of Congress, she will remain focused on the work of ensuring our communities, especially in TX-30, have the needed resources to thrive, grow, and remain safe.' A month earlier, when asked by a reporter if Ms Crockett had a comment for Mr Musk, she responded: 'F–– off.' Despite having worked on Ms Harris's campaign, the outspoken congresswoman has remained fairly schtum on the Democrat's loss last year. Most recently she suggested Ms Harris struggled to reach black male voters because of her history as a prosecutor. Speaking on The Chuck ToddCast, she said a prominent black rapper had told her he did not feel comfortable openly endorsing Ms Harris because of her record. 'There was definitely some resume stuff that disallowed her from being able to build the type of rapport of trust within these marginalised communities that historically have been targeted,' she said. A criminal barrister herself, Ms Crockett had originally planned to become a chartered accountant. She instead Studied at the University of Houston Law Centre, graduating in 2006. She was a member of the National Bar Association and of the Dallas Black Criminal Bar Association. For a number of years she worked as a public defender, and later established her own law firm. Reports suggest she took on several pro bono cases for Black Lives Matter activists. Ms Crockett, who is a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus, is among those Democrats who believe it is essential that the party takes a fighting stance against Mr Trump and the Republican Party. She last week was the target of an attack by the president, who condemned the state of the Democratic Party in an interview with NBC's Meet The Press. 'Look at the Democrats. They're in total disarray,' he said. 'They have a new person named Crockett. I watched her speak the other day. She's definitely a low-IQ person. And they said she's the future of the party.' Ms Crockett responded that Mr Trump is 'terrified of smart, bold black women'. Broaden your horizons with award-winning British journalism. Try The Telegraph free for 1 month with unlimited access to our award-winning website, exclusive app, money-saving offers and more.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Jasmine Crockett Says Dems Want ‘the Safest White Boy' to Run in 2028... Here Are Some Good Options
With President Donald Trump tearing up the White House, Democrats are scrambling to find their presidential pick for the 2028 race. It's too early to tell who will be at the top of either party's ticket, but already, Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett said donations are rolling in for one person. 'I had a donor on the phone with me, telling me that all the donors are lining up behind that candidate,' Crockett said without revealing who exactly is high on the list. But according to her, one thing is clear. 'I can tell, and I tell you, it's not a Black person nor a woman,' she continued on SiriusXM's 'Urban View.' Before you get riled up over Crockett's comments, let's remember one thing: Americans voted against a female candidate.... twice. So after the losses of former Vice President Kamala Harris and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton, Crockett said her party has 'fears.' She continued, 'every time we voted for a woman, we've lost so far.' Instead, Crockett revealed 'there's a lot of people that are like, 'You know what? Like, let's go find the safest white boy we can find.'' If safe is what the Democratic party wants, then The Root has the answers! Here's a few candidates that are more than likely safe picks for president. Arguably at the top of the list is Calif. Gov. Gavin Newsom. The 57-year-old is in a unique position as a charismatic politician representing the third largest state. Newsom is term-limited, meaning he'll leave office in 2027. The next thing for him, as many have suggested, might be a presidential campaign. Newsom, who was even considered to replace Biden in the 2024 race, is not afraid to call out Trump and his MAGA movement. Already, the governor has experience in high stake situations, such as dealing with the California wildfires or even debating Florida Gov. Ron Desantis. The Penn. Gov. first got national attention during the presidential race to secure Pennsylvania. As a democratic governor in a relatively red state, Shapiro has had to prove himself and stand up directly to Trump and other Republicans. The 51-year-old set a state record during the 2022 gubernatorial election with the most votes in his state's history, according to ABC 27 News. Shapiro is also popular among young voters, aged 18 to 29, according to the Pennsylvania Capital Star. Just last month, Shapiro made headlines after his house was set on fire in an alleged antisemitic attack, according to MSNBC. One thing to know about Ill. Gov JB Pritzker is that he's not afriad to say what everyone is thinking. Recently, Pritzker called out Trump, Elon Musk and MAGA, earning much respect within the Democratic party because of it. He has a net worth of $3.6 billion, according to Forbes, so clearly, Pritzker isn't quite like the rest of his Democratic peers. But as someone who comes from a family of billionaires, Pritzker could present a good middle ground for voters regardless of their economic class. It's important to note, he was one of Harris' many options for running mate. Although, Gov. Tim Walz was ultimately chosen, many experts argued Pritzker might've been a better choice. Former U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg ran against former President Joe Biden and Harris during the 2020 presidential election. In the end, Buttigieg didn't get far in the race, but the 43-year-old caught Americans' attention, and his momentum hasn't stopped since then. The former South Bend, Ind. mayor was tapped by Biden to serve as Transportation Secretary in 2021. And although he's out of the White House, some say Buttigieg could make a comeback at the top of the Democrats' ticket. Buttigieg already made history as America's first openly queer presidential candidate. And if chosen again, he has the potential to be the country's first gay president. Meanwhile, Trump hasn't explicitly named his successor yet. The obvious picks are Vice President JD Vance and Secretary of State Marco Rubio, who ran against Trump in 2016. For the latest news, Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
New York Post
12-05-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
Rep. Jasmine Crockett says Dems want the ‘safest white boy' as 2028 prez candidate
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, said Democrats were eyeing the 'safest white boy' in the 2028 presidential race, hinting at 'one specific candidate' being floated by the party's donors, during a podcast conversation this week. 'It is this fear that the people within the party, within the primary system, will have about voting for a woman because every time we voted for a woman, we've lost, so far,' she said in a clip posted to Instagram. 'And I think that that's a natural fear because we just want to win.' SiriusXM host Clay Cane posted the clip to Instagram on Friday, noting that the discussion was part of a SiriusXM 'Urban View' town hall. The full conversation is set to air on May 15. 'No, for real. And to be clear, when we talk about them, I can tell you that there is one specific candidate,' the Texas lawmaker said. 'I had a donor on the phone with me telling me that all the donors are lining up behind that candidate. So I can tell, and I tell you, it's not a Black person, nor a woman, OK?' She referred to Democratic donors as 'they' during the discussion, suggesting they were the same people who backed former President Biden. 4 Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) joins DNC Vice Chair Malcolm Kenyatta (D-PA) and hosts Clay Cane and Reecie Colbert for a SiriusXM Town Hall on May 08, 2025 in Washington, DC. Getty Images for SiriusXM 4 California Governor Gavin Newsom announces the state's second C-130 Hercules (C-130H) air tanker ahead of the peak fire season to add to the world's largest aerial firefighting fleet at a press conference at McClellan Airport in Sacramento, California, USA, 24 April 2025. JOHN G MABANGLO/EPA-EFE/Shutterstock Gov. Gavin Newsom of California, Gov. JB Pritzker of Illinois, Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota, former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., and former Vice President Kamala Harris, despite her 2024 loss, are among the names being floated as 2028 Democratic contenders. Harris headlined a lofty Democratic National Committee fundraising dinner on Tuesday, marking her latest step back into the political spotlight. Crockett is seeking support from fellow Democrats with her eyes on a possible run for the top Democratic spot on the House Oversight Committee, according to reports from Semafor and Politico. 4 Kamala Harris speaks to the cast backstage at 'Othello' on Broadway at The Barrymore Theatre on May 7, 2025 in New York City. Bruce Glikas/WireImage 4 Illinois Governor JB Pritzker speaks at the New Hampshire Democratic Party McIntyre-Shaheen Dinner in Manchester, New Hampshire, U.S., April 27, 2025. REUTERS Politico reported that Crockett told her colleagues she is 'made for the moment,' citing people familiar with the matter and referring to the Democratic Party's desire to resist Trump in a more forceful way. The congresswoman has made several attention-grabbing remarks in recent months and is one of the faces of the Democratic Party's opposition to Trump.
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Jasmine Crockett Net Worth: The Reverend's daughter who became a fierce Congresswoman
Rep Jasmine Crockett is back in the news again. The American lawyer and politician, who has been a US representative from Texas's 30th congressional district since January 2023 as a member of the Democratic Party, recently claimed that Democrats are eying the 'safest white boy' ahead of the 2028 election. In the clip shared by Clay Cane, one of the hosts of 'Urban View', the group is seen speaking about potential candidates when Crockett offers her insight. 'It is, it is this fear that the people within the party, within the primary system, will have about voting for a woman because every time we voted for a woman, we've lost,' she explained. Crockett didn't name names, but suggested the party already has 'one specific candidate' in mind. Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor Here's all you need to know about the fierce Congresswoman. Who is Rep Jasmine Crockett ? In the 118th Congress, Rep Jasmine Felicia Crockett (born in 1981) served as the Democratic freshman class representative between the House Democratic leadership and the (approximately) 35 newly elected Democratic members. She was named as co-chair of the 2024 Harris-Walz campaign and is currently a part of the Democratic Congressional Progressive Caucus. The African-American politician previously represented the 100th district in the Texas House of Representatives. Before that, she was a public defender for Bowie County, Texas, and had previously practiced law in a private firm. Net worth: According to reports, Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has an alleged net worth of between $2 million and $9 million in 2025. As a Texas House member and counselor, she reportedly earns $174,000 annually. She has amassed her wealth through her career as an attorney, business ventures, and salary from congressional work. Crockett began her legal career after graduating from the University of Houston Law Center in 2006. She worked as a public defender in the Bowie County Public Defender's Office, tirelessly keeping children safe and out of jail. Her dedication to justice and equality led her to become a civil rights attorney. She advocated for marginalised communities and focused on social justice, discrimination, and equal rights issues. In 2019, she formed her law firm, which became notable for taking pro bono cases for Black Lives Matter activists. Among her legal career highlights was her commitment to defending the most vulnerable and ensuring everyone had access to fair representation. Parents and family members: Born in St. Louis, Missouri, Crockett's parents are Rev. Joseph Crockett , a teacher and preacher, and Gwen, a former postal worker. Jasmine Crockett's family instilled in her a commitment to service, particularly to the underserved, for which she is grateful. In a 2023 Father's Day Instagram post, she shared, 'It's my daddy's leadership and love in the church that raised me and inspires me to this day to be the best Congresswoman I can be.' She also expressed her gratitude toward her mother in a June 2023 Instagram post: 'She's never left my side & has always had my back. Last night was no exception. At almost 2 am, my mom was there to witness me officially be sworn in as a United States Congresswoman!' Education and career: Growing up as a Baptist, Crockett attended Mary Institute and St. Louis Country Day School and Rosati-Kain, an all-girls Catholic high school in St. Louis. She graduated from Rhodes College in 2003 with a Bachelor of Arts in business administration. As an undergraduate, she aspired to become an anesthesiologist or certified public accountant before deciding to attend law school. Crockett later explained that stated that she changed the course due to experiencing a series of hate crimes while attending college and subsequently being represented by the Cochran Law Firm. She attended the University of Houston Law Center, graduating in 2006 with a Juris Doctor. Crockett was a member of the National Bar Association, as well, with the Dallas Black Criminal Bar Association. Crockett completed law school and passed the bar shortly thereafter in 2006. She then became a public defender for Bowie County and formed a law firm, which was notable for taking pro bono cases for Black Lives Matter activists. Crockett is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta sorority. In 2019, after Eric Johnson vacated his seat in the Texas House to serve as mayor of Dallas, a special election was held in November with a runoff in January 2020, for the remainder of his term, which Lorraine Birabil won. Crockett challenged Birabil in the 2020 Democratic primary. She narrowly defeated Birabil in a primary runoff, advancing to the November 2020 general election, which she won unopposed. She assumed office in January 2021. In November 2021, incumbent U.S. representative Eddie Bernice Johnson of Texas's 30th congressional district announced she would not seek reelection in 2022. However, after a few days, Crockett declared her candidacy for the seat, and Johnson simultaneously announced that she was backing Crockett. In the Democratic primary election, Crockett and Jane Hope Hamilton, an aide to Marc Veasey, advanced to a runoff election, which Crockett won. She then won the general election in November. She was chosen to be the 118th Congress's freshman class representative. Family and children: Although Crockett, in the public forum, is a force to be reckoned with, she keeps her private life away from the prying eyes of the media. Information regarding Crockett's husband, marital status, or children is still undisclosed. The American attorney-turned-politician is presumably single and has chosen to share details only about her career. Abhishek Bachchan and Shweta Nanda to get equal share from Amitabh Bachchan's Rs 3000+ crore property; sister-in-law to beat Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in terms of net worth: Reports
Time of India
12-05-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett says Democrats want the ‘safest white boy' to run 2028 election
Jasmine Crockett on who Democrats want for 2028 Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett has claimed Democratic Party donors are already backing 'the safest white boy' they can find for the 2028 presidential nomination , citing a growing fear within the party over running a woman again after recent defeats. Speaking on SiriusXM's *Urban View* during a town hall alongside DNC Vice Chair Malcolm Kenyatta, the Texas lawmaker said Democrats are still reeling from Kamala Harris's 2024 loss and Hillary Clinton's 2016 defeat and many now want to play it safe. 'It is this fear that the people within the party, within the primary system, will have about voting for a woman because every time we voted for a woman, we've lost so far,' Crockett said. Operation Sindoor 'Our job is to hit target, not to count body bags': Air Marshal Bharti on Op Sindoor Precautionary blackout imposed across parts of Rajasthan, Punjab 'Indian Navy was in position to strike Karachi': Vice Admiral on Operation Sindoor 'And I think that that's a natural fear because we just want to win.' She said that mindset is already shaping donor discussions around 2028: 'So there's a lot of people that are like, you know what, like let's go find the safest white boy we can find. I mean, I'm just saying.' She then revealed that major Democratic donors are already consolidating around one specific candidate. 'I had a donor on the phones with me telling me that all the donors are lining up behind that candidate. And I can tell you it's not a Black person nor a woman. Okay? So they have chosen. And when I say they…' While Crockett didn't name the candidate, she confirmed the choice is neither Black nor female. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 2025 Top Trending local enterprise accounting software [Click Here] Esseps Learn More Undo She added that this group of donors previously had strong opinions about Joe Biden. As for Trump: 'He's not running again,' Crockett insisted. Kamala Harris was elevated as the nominee after Biden withdrew from the race in July 2024 following a poor debate performance and mounting concerns over his age. Her defeat to Donald Trump has since led to soul-searching within Democratic ranks. In the same segment, Crockett took aim at Trump, calling him a misogynist and vowing to fight back: 'He still doesn't know how to deal with me because if you punch me, I'm punching back.'
