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Newsweek
6 days ago
- Politics
- Newsweek
David Hogg Says Jasmine Crockett Is Leader Democrats Need
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Democratic National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg publicly endorsed Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas as "the type of leader" their struggling political party needs during a Friday appearance on The Breakfast Club radio show. The endorsement comes as Hogg faces potential removal from his leadership position following a credentials committee vote this month that challenged his February election due to procedural errors. Newsweek reached out to Hogg and Crockett via email on Saturday for comment. Why It Matters This endorsement highlights the ongoing identity crisis within the Democratic Party following comprehensive losses in the 2024 election cycle. Democrats lost the White House, Senate, and House, creating uncertainty about the party's future direction and leadership. The public backing of Crockett, known for controversial statements and confrontational tactics, signals a potential shift toward more combative political messaging. Recent polling shows former Vice President Kamala Harris currently leading potential 2028 presidential candidates, followed by Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, California Governor Gavin Newsom, and former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Parkland school shooting survivor David Hogg speaks during an anti-gun violence rally in Boston, Massachusetts, on March 25, 2023. Parkland school shooting survivor David Hogg speaks during an anti-gun violence rally in Boston, Massachusetts, on March 25, 2023. JOSEPH PREZIOSO/AFP via Getty Images What To Know Hogg praised the Dallas congresswoman's confrontational political style, describing her as someone who "fights and calls out the bulls***" and possesses the authenticity Democrats seek in leadership. Crockett, 44, has established herself as one of President Donald Trump's most vocal critics since his 2024 election victory. She has referred to the president as a "dictator" and "enemy to the United States," calling him "the person that allegedly got elected." In March, she suggested uncertainty about whether the U.S. "will have elections" in 2028. During interview, Hogg elaborated on why he views Crockett as ideal Democratic leadership material. "I think Jasmine is, frankly, the type of leader that we're really looking to support in some senses, right?" he told host Charlamagne Tha God. "Somebody who is out there that frankly doesn't give a damn what the other side — at least the elected Republicans in Congress — say." Hogg described Crockett as having the "authenticity" Democrats seek in a standard-bearer, noting that "people want to see somebody who fights and calls out the bulls*** ultimately." The congresswoman has made several controversial statements beyond her Trump criticism. She described a deported alleged MS-13 gang member as "a lot less criminal" than Trump and argued in a December Vanity Fair interview that Hispanic Trump voters had a "slave mentality." In March, she mocked Texas Governor Greg Abbott's wheelchair use, dubbing him "Governor Hot Wheels," prompting Abbott to suggest she has "nothing to sell but hate." Crockett is also positioning herself for greater party leadership roles. Earlier this month, she announced her intention to compete for the top Democratic position on the House Oversight Committee following Rep. Gerry Connolly's decision to step down due to his cancer battle. As the committee's current vice ranking member, Crockett told Politico she is "ready to shine a light on the very dark things taking place in our country under this administration." The lawmaker faces potential competition from Ocasio-Cortez, who previously lost the ranking member position to Connolly in December by a 131-84 vote, reportedly with backing from former Speaker Nancy Pelosi. The oversight committee leadership race could serve as another test of progressive influence within the Democratic caucus. Hogg, 25, became a national figure following the 2018 Parkland school shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, where he was a senior. Since his DNC election, he has drawn criticism for plans to spend $20 million challenging long-serving Democratic House members in primaries, creating friction with party leadership. What People Are Saying David Hogg on The Breakfast Club: "I love her. She is amazing. I think that people want to see somebody who fights and calls out the bulls*** ultimately. I think that's what Jasmine does." President Donald Trump on Meet the Press earlier this month: "I can't name one Democrat, I mean, I look at the Democrats. They're in total disarray. 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." Former Vice President Kamala Harris praised Crockett and other politicians during a speech April 30 posted by PBS News Hour: "And I will tell you the courage of all these Americans inspires me. And I have been inspired. By movements like the one in Wisconsin that put Susan Crawford on the Supreme Court. By the State of the People Power Tour that is aiming to ignite a grassroots movement to lift up voices and advance freedom and justices. And ty leaders across the spectrum including Congressional Leaders like Corey Booker, Chris Van Hollen, Chris Murphy, Jasmine Crockett, Maxwell Cross, AOC, and Bernie Sanders. All who in different ways have been speaking with moral clarity about this moment." What Happens Next The full DNC will vote in June on whether to remove Hogg from his vice chair position and conduct a new election. Meanwhile, Crockett's rising profile within progressive circles, combined with Hogg's endorsement, positions her as a potential voice in shaping the party's approach to Republican opposition.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Politics
- Time of India
DNC vice chair David Hogg praises Rep. Jasmine Crockett, says Democratic need 'this type of leader'
Democratic National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg Democratic National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg has expressed strong support for Representative Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas), praising her as an exemplary leader for the Democratic Party. During 'The Breakfast Club' radio show, Hogg said, "I love her. She is amazing," while discussing the Dallas congresswoman. "I think that people want to see somebody who fights and calls out the bulls–t ultimately," he explained to host Charlamagne Tha God. "I think that's what Jasmine does." Hogg, who currently serves as DNC vice chair, emphasised Crockett's authenticity, stating, "I think Jasmine is, frankly, the type of leader that we're really looking to support in some senses, right? Somebody who is out there that frankly doesn't give a damn what the other side — at least the elected Republicans in Congress — say." Crockett, 44, has been notably critical of President Trump following his 2024 election victory, labelling him a "dictator" and "enemy to the United States." In March, she expressed uncertainty about future elections in 2028 and made controversial comparisons between Trump and deported alleged MS-13 member Kilmar Abrego Garcia. The congresswoman has sparked controversy with various statements, including comments about Hispanic Trump supporters in a December Vanity Fair interview and remarks about Texas Governor Greg Abbott's wheelchair use. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Buy Brass Idols - Handmade Brass Statues for Home & Gifting Luxeartisanship Buy Now Undo She recently faced criticism for allegedly bypassing airport queues, including wheelchair users, at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. Hogg's endorsement comes amid declining Democratic leadership approval ratings, which reached 25% last month according to Gallup. The 25-year-old vice chair, who survived the February 2018 Parkland school shooting, faces potential removal from his position, with a DNC vote scheduled for June.
New York Post
24-05-2025
- Politics
- New York Post
Divisive Democrat David Hogg says this congresswoman is ‘the type of leader' the party needs
Activist David Hogg described far-left Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) on Friday as 'the type of leader' the rudderless Democratic Party needs. 'I love her. She is amazing,' the embattled vice chairman of the Democratic National Committee said of the outspoken Dallas congresswoman during an appearance on 'The Breakfast Club' radio show. 'I think that people want to see somebody who fights and calls out the bulls–t ultimately,' Hogg told host Charlamagne Tha God. 'I think that's what Jasmine does.' 3 Hogg, the vice chair of the DNC, has launched an effort to unseat incumbent Democrats. Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM Crockett, who has a long history of drawing headlines and controversy over wild statements, has the kind of 'authenticity' Democrats are looking for in a standard-bearer, according to Hogg. 'I think Jasmine is, frankly, the type of leader that we're really looking to support in some senses, right?' he said. 'Somebody who is out there that frankly doesn't give a damn what the other side — at least the elected Republicans in Congress — say.' Crockett, 44, has rabidly opposed President Trump since his landslide win in the 2024 election, calling him a 'dictator' and an 'enemy to the United States' and referring to the commander in chief as 'the person that allegedly got elected.' The congresswoman, who even suggested in March that she was unsure the US 'will have elections' in 2028, has also described deported alleged MS-13 gang banger Kilmar Abrego Garcia as 'a lot less criminal' than Trump. Crockett has also lashed out at the president's supporters, arguing in a December interview with Vanity Fair that Hispanic voters who backed the Trump ticket had a 'slave mentality.' In March, Republican Texas Gov. Greg Abbott suggested that Crockett has 'nothing to sell but hate,' after she mocked his use of a wheelchair — dubbing him 'Governor Hot Wheels.' House GOP Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.) shared photos of Crockett 'cutting everyone in line' at Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport earlier this month, including two passengers in wheelchairs, which caused an uproar on social media. 3 Charlamagne Tha God had asked Hogg for his opinions on several Democrats. Breakfast Club Power 105.1 FM 3 Crockett has represented Texas's 30th Congressional District since January 2023. Ron Sachs – CNP for NY Post Hogg's support from Crockett comes as confidence in Democratic congressional leadership plummeted to an all-time low of 25% last month, according to a Gallup poll. Hogg, 25, was elected vice chair of the DNC in February but has drawn criticism from some Democrats over his plans to spend $20 million to take down long-serving Democratic House lawmakers in primaries. Earlier this month, the DNC's credentials panel voted to void the gun control activist's election, citing procedural errors. The full DNC will vote in June on whether to strip Hogg from his post and redo the election. Hogg was a Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School senior when a gunman stormed the Parkland, Fla., school in February 2018 and slaughtered 17 people and injured 17 others.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
David Hogg lauds Crockett as ‘type of leader' Democrats need
Democratic National Committee (DNC) Vice Chair David Hogg on Friday lauded Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) for her fiery brand. His comments, made during an appearance on 'The Breakfast Club' radio show, come after the two Democrats have faced backlash over their calls to restructure the party. 'I think Jasmine is, frankly, the type of leader that we're really looking to support in some senses, right? Somebody who is out there that, frankly, doesn't give a damn what the other side — at least the elected Republicans in Congress say,' Hogg said of Crockett, highlighting what he described as her 'authenticity.' 'They say what they believe in and at least, you know, even if you don't agree with her, you know what she stands for, because she makes it very clear,' he continued. 'And people are really craving that right now.' Hogg has found himself in hot water with party leadership after suggesting he would help primary a dozen Democrats in office in an effort to mobilize a younger generation of leaders in the party. DNC Chair Ken Martin has warned against primarying fellow party members and encouraged Hogg and other officers to remain neutral on forthcoming elections. 'I've heard from a lot of members of Congress that have thanked me for doing this. Even some not so young members of Congress that thank me for doing this and said that this is dramatically needed, but they don't want to speak out about it because they obviously don't want to say that some of their colleagues shouldn't necessarily be there anymore,' Hogg said Friday about his primary push. 'But look, I'm willing to do that. I don't care,' he added. Hogg plans to continue his campaign efforts even as DNC members look to determine whether a contested election over two vice chair posts should be held again. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
24-05-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
1-vote victory for Trump's big bill inflames Democratic clash over aging leaders
WASHINGTON — When House Republicans passed President Donald Trump's multitrillion-dollar tax and spending package on a party-line vote of 215-214, some Democrats couldn't help but notice that three safe blue seats in their ranks were empty after those lawmakers recently died in their 70s. 'Imagine if one of the older and sicker Dems would've retired instead of died in office and what that would've meant for millions of people,' Rebecca Katz, a consultant who has advised successful Democratic Senate candidates in two swing states over the last three years, said on X. Even as some Democrats conceded the GOP bill may ultimately have passed anyway, the moment quickly reignited an intraparty debate about gerontocracy and aging politicians clinging to power — or seeking promotions — while they show signs of decline or battle grave health issues. The clash has been fueled by an ongoing reckoning over then-President Joe Biden's 2023 decision to run for re-election before dropping out after a disastrous June 2024 debate in which the 81-year-old incumbent struggled to craft sentences. The cascade of events has bolstered a generational argument, once limited to a narrow group of young progressives, that is now gaining traction inside the Democratic Party, including among seasoned party operatives who say the sentiment is growing. 'You get accused of ageism when you start having this conversation sometimes. But it's like, look at an actuarial table,' said Mike Nellis, a veteran Democratic strategist who has worked as an adviser to former Vice President Kamala Harris. 'It is a fair criticism to say that we need people to walk away. We need people to know when it's your moment to go off into the sunset.' 'And no, the debate is not going to go away,' he said. The clash is even evident inside the ranks of the Democratic National Committee in the form of recently elected Vice Chair David Hogg, a prominent 25-year-old gun safety activist who has called for challenging 'out-of-touch' and 'ineffective' lawmakers through primaries in solidly Democratic seats. 'We have empowered the cruelty of Republicans and handed them an expanded majority because elderly Democratic leaders refused to step down. It is unconscionable,' Hogg told NBC News. 'Politicians only respond to incentives. That means we need to create a set of dynamics where they decide it is in their best interests to retire, and that includes primaries.' Two Republicans missed the vote early Thursday — and if they had voted, three additional Democratic 'no' votes could have fought it to a tie, blocking the bill, at least at that moment. The GOP would have had to win the votes of one member who voted 'present' or flip one of the two who voted 'no' on the bill. Hogg speculated that Republicans would probably 'have figured out a way to pass it if it failed' due to a tie vote. But he said that's no excuse for Democrats to make their task easier. 'It is undeniable, though, that with less Democratic members it gives Trump greater ability to pass what he wants through Congress. And this never had to happen,' Hogg said, adding that it is 'unacceptable' when Democrats spend tens of millions of dollars to win swing districts but do 'nothing to get sick, older members to step down, and then we lose seats because of it.' One of the three vacancies was the Virginia seat formerly held by Rep. Gerry Connolly, who announced two days after winning re-election in November 2024 that he had been diagnosed with cancer of the esophagus; he was soon chosen by Democrats to be the ranking member on the Oversight Committee. He died on May 21 at age 75. Another was Rep. Raúl Grijalva, D-Ariz., who died at 77 two months ago after treatment for lung cancer, a diagnosis he announced in April 2024, before winning re-election for the final time. The third was Rep. Sylvester Turner, D-Texas, who died of a medical emergency in March at 70, after previously battling bone cancer. 'The fact that the margin was so close makes this so frustrating. Millions of people are going to lose their health care,' said Amanda Litman, the president of the group Run for Something and author of 'When We're in Charge: The Next Generation's Guide to Leadership.' Litman and others note that they aren't calling for lawmakers to be automatically thrown out after a certain age, but they do want to see them face challenges and external pressure to prove why they should keep serving. 'We are protecting a system that has privileged seniority and entitlement over efficacy,' she said, adding: 'The system that protected Joe Biden and the system that protects our elected officials in Congress is the same one,' describing it as a mix of politicians' egos and the acquiescence of staffers and party operatives who should know better. Litman responded to critics who say Democrats should focus on blaming Republicans rather than turning their anger within, saying that Biden's re-election effort and the issues in the House taught her the party won't evolve without pressure. 'This conversation has to happen in public, because we've now seen it's not happening in private,' she said. Ashwani Jain, a 35-year-old former Obama administration official and unsuccessful 2024 House candidate, said the Democratic Party is 'too focused on protecting the old guard — propping up aging politicians while sidelining the next generation of leaders.' 'The establishment clings to a model that prioritizes seniority, fundraising and insider connections over fresh ideas and grassroots energy,' said Jain, who wrote the new book 'Project 2027: A Progressive Blueprint to Reclaim Congress and Protect Democracy.' 'It's not about ageism — it's about urgency,' he said. Another factor driving the conversation is the widespread belief in both parties that House majorities are likely to be narrow for the foreseeable future, which means that every seat can have national consequences. 'Members often continue to run for the right reasons — there's always unfinished business in public service — but continuing to run with major illnesses leads to painful ends to otherwise accomplished careers,' said Ashley Schapitl, a former top communicator for Democratic senators and the Treasury Department. 'Congressional margins have been tight since the 2020 election, making every seat count more than in previous years in determining the outcomes of legislative fights that have monumental consequences for the American people.' Nellis said aging politicians eventually become 'out of step culturally' and, in refusing to step down, are 'preventing future leaders from stepping up, and it creates a cascading problem' by freezing opportunities down the ladder. He said generational change would also mitigate the party's political struggles to communicate in the modern media. 'We have a lot of leaders who are very smart, care passionately about the issues, but they can't go do the media the way that we need them to,' Nellis said. 'And right now what I need is a lot more politicians that can sit on the podcast for three hours and talk about a bunch of issues and get into weird, goofy personal stuff and sit with Joe Rogan. And I don't have a lot of those.' It isn't just politicians, he added. 'There's a generational change problem throughout the Democratic Party,' Nellis said, calling for new consultants, campaign managers, communicators and surrogates, in addition to new legislators. 'So that generation change — it is actively happening inside the Democratic Party at every level.' This article was originally published on
