Overview

• On a special Monday episode of his SiriusXM show Straight Shooter, Smith doubled down on questioning whether Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s confrontational style serves her Texas district and called cancellation efforts "shameful."
• Smith reiterated that he respects Crockett but described some of her language as "rhetoric for the streets," urging a focus on negotiating outcomes and "winning" for constituents.
• He cited past Crockett remarks used by critics as examples, including calling President Donald Trump a "piece of s---" and referring to Texas Gov. Greg Abbott as "Governor Hot Wheels."
• Crockett has not issued a direct rebuttal, instead amplifying posts from supporters like Willie D and activist Tamika Mallory, who urged listeners to "turn him off."
• Media figures including Tiffany Cross sharply criticized Smith’s commentary, intensifying a broader debate over tone, race, gender and political strategy.