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Texas Rep. Crockett Blasts GOP's 'Insane' Budget Proposal

5/4/2025

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Crockett Criticizes Republicans

Texas Democrat Rep. Jasmine Crockett took to CNN to slam her Republican colleagues for their "insane" budget proposal. She highlighted the internal strife among GOP leaders like Speaker Mike Johnson and called out their disregard for constituents' worries over Medicaid and nutrition cuts, all while ramping up defense spending. Crockett accused Republicans of shying away from public debates on their unpopular policies.

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Crockett Exposes GOP Dissent

Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett exposed the hidden dissent among Republicans regarding Trump's tumultuous tariff policies, highlighting their fear of angering the MAGA base. She condemned GOP lawmakers for their silence in committee hearings, stressing that their inaction could deepen the economic crisis plaguing small businesses and everyday consumers.

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Crockett Criticizes Republicans

Texas Democrat Rep. Jasmine Crockett took to CNN to slam her Republican colleagues for their "insane" budget proposal. She highlighted the internal strife among GOP leaders like Speaker Mike Johnson and called out their disregard for constituents' worries over Medicaid and nutrition cuts, all while ramping up defense spending. Crockett accused Republicans of shying away from public debates on their unpopular policies.

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