Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) stirred controversy during an appearance on The View on Wednesday, claiming that Donald Trump’s popularity is due to a lack of education among voters. The Texas Democrat made the remark in response to a question from co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin, who pointed out Trump’s rising approval ratings and widespread support for his policies.
Griffin noted that Trump currently holds a 53% approval rating, with 70% of Americans believing he is fulfilling his promises, and 45% of voters calling for Democrats to take a more moderate stance. In response, Crockett dismissed the public’s support for Trump as a sign that Americans do not fully grasp political realities.
“My takeaway is just like the election. We’ve got to do better at education. People don’t understand,” Crockett said. She then warned of dire consequences under Trump’s leadership, suggesting rural hospitals would close, social programs like Social Security and Medicare would be eliminated, and even that planes would “continue to fall out of the sky.”
The remarks quickly gained traction, with critics accusing Crockett of condescension toward American voters. Many conservatives pushed back against her comments, arguing that Trump’s policies resonate with working-class Americans who have experienced economic growth, energy independence, and border security under his leadership.
Crockett’s controversial statements follow an outburst last week in Washington, D.C., where she protested outside the Treasury Department against Trump and Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). During the demonstration, she delivered an impassioned speech, vowing to fight back against Trump’s administration and calling for extreme measures, including shutting down the Senate. “We gonna be in yo face! We gonna be on yo asses!” she shouted, adding, “This ain’t it!”
Her comments have intensified debate over the Democratic Party’s messaging and strategy, especially as Trump continues to dominate in polls ahead of the 2024 election. Critics argue that dismissing voters as uneducated could backfire, further alienating key demographics who feel overlooked by the current administration.
