Rep. Jasmine Crockett claims ‘hot wheels’ comment was misinterpreted, her past comments say otherwise
Facing a possible censure in the House of Representatives, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a far-left Democrat from Texas, is under fire for her recent comment seemingly mocking Texas Gov. Greg Abbott as “Governor Hot Wheels.” While Crockett claims her words were misinterpreted, her previous comments about the governor suggest otherwise.
During a speech at a Human Rights Campaign event, Crockett referred to Gov. Abbott, who is paraplegic and wheelchair-bound, as “Governor Hot Wheels.” She went on to criticize his policies, calling him a “hot mess.” This statement came amidst other controversial remarks by Crockett, including calling for Elon Musk to be “taken down” and for Sen. Ted Cruz to be “knocked over the head.”
Despite facing backlash for her comments, Crockett insists that she did not intend to mock Abbott’s disability. Her chief of staff, Kimberly McClain, stated that Crockett was addressing the governor’s policies, not his physical condition. However, Crockett has a history of making remarks that seem to poke fun at Abbott’s disability, such as referring to him as “rolling around” during his re-election campaign against Beto O’Rourke.
In response to Crockett’s comments, Abbott criticized the Democrats for their lack of vision and policy, accusing them of promoting hate. He emphasized that Republican-led states like Texas are thriving and will continue to win elections. Rep. Randy Weber, also from Texas, announced plans to introduce a resolution to censure Crockett for her remarks, calling them discriminatory and reprehensible.
The controversy surrounding Crockett’s comments highlights the divisive nature of politics and the importance of respectful discourse. As the issue unfolds, it remains to be seen how Crockett’s actions will impact her standing in the House of Representatives and the future of Texas politics.
