Overview

• In a conversation on Jonathan Van Ness’ Getting Better podcast, Crockett said the label "criminal" reflects mindset rather than a single act.
• She added that some offenses arise from survival needs, such as obtaining food or diapers, rather than predatory intent.
• Crockett referenced Dallas County DA John Creuzot’s earlier signal to forgo prosecuting low-level thefts of necessities and voiced support for that approach.
• Right-leaning outlets including Breitbart, the Daily Caller, and Fox News amplified the remarks and criticized her framing of crime and culpability.
• As of Friday, there has been no retraction from Crockett or any policy action directly tied to the interview.