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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Defends 'Governor Hot Wheels' Comment Amid Criticism

Rep. Jasmine Crockett clarifies her remarks about Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, insisting they were political commentary, not related to his disability, amidst backlash.

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Crockett added that the outrage was "another distraction," going on to highlight Gov. Abbott's policy of bussing migrants who had been released from federal custody to other states.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett defends 'Governor Hot Wheels' comments about Abbott amid censure threat
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The partisan outrage at Crockett stands in contrast to Republicans’ unwavering support for Trump, which has led at times to a blatant disregard for his behavior.
Rep. Crockett denies mocking Abbott’s disability in ‘Governor Hot Wheels’ comment
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Crockett's latest excuse comes as she seems to be attempting to claw her way to become the superstar of a broken party, making headlines with both her loose-lipped remarks and cringeworthy lip-syncing and dancing videos.
Jasmine Crockett Spins 'Governor Hot Wheels' Comment: I Was Thinking About 'Planes, Trains' to 'Transfer Migrants'
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Updated: Mar 26th, 2025, 6:18 PM ET

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett defended her 'Governor Hot Wheels' comments regarding Texas Governor Greg Abbott, asserting that her remarks were aimed at his policies, not his disability. Critics, including Republicans and disability advocates, condemned her comments as insensitive, prompting calls for censure from some lawmakers. Crockett emphasized the focus should remain on policy discourse rather than personal attacks, and suggested that the outrage surrounding her comments served as a distraction from the work needed for their constituents. Despite her justification, the fallout indicates a growing divide in political discourse around disability and respect.

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Crockett claims her 'Governor Hot Wheels' comment referenced Abbott's policies, not his disability, citing concerns about migrant transport to majority-Black cities.
She asserts that the outrage is a distraction from real issues that need attention, criticizing her political opponents for focusing on her remarks rather than governance.
Crockett draws a parallel between the GOP's reaction and support for Trump, highlighting his history of mocking disabilities to challenge the legitimacy of their outrage.

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