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Trump Targets Rising Star Rep. Jasmine Crockett

11/1/2025

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) says U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks because he fears her rising influence.
She says the insults, including calling her a "lowlife" and "very low-IQ," threaten her.
Crockett argues Trump's focus on her reflects concern about undermining her before she gains prominence.
She notes the comparison to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), a top fundraiser.

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) says U.S. President Donald Trump has intensified his attacks because he fears her rising influence.
She says the insults, including calling her a "lowlife" and "very low-IQ," threaten her.
Crockett argues Trump's focus on her reflects concern about undermining her before she gains prominence.
She notes the comparison to Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY), a top fundraiser.