Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett Screams Anti-White Rant During Hearing

Earlier this week, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a Democrat from Texas known for her fiery rhetoric, fell short in her attempt to become the House Democratic Caucus' chief messaging officer.

Though her campaign for the position appeared hastily assembled, Crockett seemed to position herself as the future face of the Democratic Party: a bold, unapologetic progressive who embodied the more confrontational style some liberals believe can energize their base.

For those unfamiliar with Crockett’s headline-making moments in Congress, her viral clips are not exactly celebrated for eloquence or strategic brilliance. In fact, during a recent House Oversight Committee debate over the proposed “Dismantle DEI Act,” Crockett ensured her colleagues saw a glimpse of the kind of representation she would bring to the role.

The bill, introduced by Republican Rep. Michael Cloud of Texas, seeks to eliminate federal diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs, arguing they perpetuate racial discrimination under the guise of equity. Crockett, however, viewed the bill as a throwback to the days of slavery and unleashed a tirade against her Republican colleagues, particularly targeting white men.

“There has been no oppression for the white man in this country,” Crockett declared during her remarks. “You tell me which white men were dragged out of their homes, dragged across an ocean, told they were going to work, and had their wives stolen and raped. That didn’t happen. That is oppression.”

Crockett attempted to reframe DEI policies as akin to managing an investment portfolio, emphasizing the value of diversity for balancing strengths and weaknesses. “In finance, we promote the idea of diversity. If you know anything about a portfolio, the one thing you want to do is ensure it’s as diverse as possible,” she explained.

To drive the point home, she added a peculiar analogy involving snacks, suggesting that those with “only Nilla Wafers in their fridge” could benefit from adding “chocolate cake and Twinkies.”

Her comments escalated further: “It is white men on this side of the aisle telling us, people of color on this side of the aisle, that y’all are the ones being oppressed, that y’all are the ones being harmed. That is not the definition of oppression.”

Crockett’s rhetoric sparked backlash for several reasons. Critics highlighted that slavery and Jim Crow laws ended decades ago and argued that her analogies trivialized serious legal and social issues. Her framing of diversity as a financial portfolio also raised eyebrows, as critics noted that neither investments nor snack foods can claim protection under the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

This performance came mere days after Crockett pitched herself as the Democratic Caucus’ best choice to shape the party’s message for the future. Instead of uniting her party or appealing to voters, her remarks went viral on social media for all the wrong reasons — doubling down on DEI and gender rhetoric that many believe hurt Democrats in recent elections.

Despite Crockett’s vocal confidence, her colleagues opted to keep her out of the messaging role. For many, this decision underscores a broader challenge for Democrats: finding a balance between energizing their progressive base and resonating with a broader electorate.

As Crockett’s tirade circulates online, one can’t help but wonder if this incident is a preview of the road ahead for a party grappling with how to shape its image in the coming years. And while her performance might energize some factions within her party, it’s unlikely to win over those disillusioned with the status quo.