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Rep. Jasmine Crockett Faces Backlash for Mocking Governor Greg Abbott's Disability

Crockett's remarks referring to Abbott as 'Governor Hot Wheels' have reignited debates over political rhetoric and respect for individuals with disabilities.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott speaks on stage on the third day of the Republican National Convention at the Fiserv Forum on July 17, 2024 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas questions witnesses during a roundtable discussion on Supreme Court Ethics conducted by Democrats of the House Oversight and Accountability Committee at the Rayburn House Office Building on June 11, 2024 in Washington, DC.
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Overview

  • Rep. Jasmine Crockett referred to Texas Governor Greg Abbott, who has used a wheelchair since a 1984 accident, as 'Governor Hot Wheels' during a speech on March 22, 2025.
  • Crockett also described Abbott as a 'hot ass mess' during her remarks at the Human Rights Campaign's Los Angeles dinner, sparking online uproar.
  • Prominent conservatives, including Charlie Kirk, criticized the comments as offensive and inappropriate, with some highlighting perceived double standards in political discourse.
  • Social media reactions to Crockett's remarks have been polarized, with some users condemning her words and others dismissing the backlash as overblown.
  • Governor Greg Abbott, a prominent Republican leader, has served as Texas Governor since 2014 and is widely recognized for his political career and personal resilience.