April 30, 2026
Critics roast Jasmine Crockett after she calls herself 'one of the 535 most powerful people' in US
Rep. Jasmine Crockett was called out on social media after claiming to be one of the 535 most powerful people in America during a talkshow interview.
TL;DR
- Rep. Jasmine Crockett claimed she is one of the 535 most powerful people in the U.S. because she is a member of Congress.
- Her statement was met with criticism on social media from journalists, actors, and political commentators.
- Critics argued that as a congressperson in the minority party in the House, her claim of power was unfounded.
- Some commentators described elected officials as public servants and employees of their constituents, not powerful figures.
- The article also briefly touches on Crockett's past remarks regarding political violence and her losing a Senate bid.