During a recent executive order signing at the White House, President Donald Trump took a moment to criticize Representative Jasmine Crockett, a Democrat from Texas. He referred to her as having a “very low IQ” and questioned her competence as a lawmaker. “I’ve been thinking about Jasmine Crockett,” he remarked, adding that if an aptitude test were required, she might struggle. It was a rather blunt assessment that caught some attention.
Additionally, he connected Crockett with Ilhan Omar, a fellow Democrat from Minnesota, saying he had met with Somali leaders and jokingly suggested they might want to “bring her back.” This anecdote drew laughter from some in the room, reflecting the kind of sharp critique he often directs at progressive members of Congress.
Crockett has made headlines for her confrontational style during committee hearings, especially when engaging with Republican colleagues. Meanwhile, Congresswoman Omar has consistently been a target of Trump’s barbs, largely due to her outspoken progressive and pro-Palestinian views.
It’s likely that Trump’s comments will resonate with his supporters, reinforcing the divide in political opinions. The responses from Crockett and Omar—and the White House—were not immediately available following the event.
