Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee Misinforms Students About Moon's Nature During Eclipse Event

During a speech at a high school, Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee incorrectly described the moon as a planet composed mostly of gases, leading to confusion and criticism.

Rep. Sheila Jackson Lee, during a total solar eclipse event at Booker T. Washington High School in Houston, misinformed students by stating the moon was a planet made of gases.
The congresswoman, who previously chaired the House Science Committee’s space subcommittee, faced criticism for her scientific inaccuracies.
Jackson Lee's comments included erroneous claims about the moon emitting its own light and energy, and the potential for human habitation due to its gaseous composition.
Despite the gaffes, Jackson Lee emphasized the significance of the solar system in human creativity and survival during her speech.
Following criticism, Jackson Lee acknowledged her mistake on social media, attributing it to a slip of the tongue and criticizing the focus on her error over other substantive issues.