Jasmine Crockett Fires Back at Pam Bondi After Fox News Threat Sparks Political Firestorm
In a fiery House Judiciary Committee hearing, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) directly confronted former Florida Attorney General Pam Bondi, responding to Bondi’s controversial remarks made on Fox News. Bondi had criticized Crockett over her outspoken views on Elon Musk and Tesla, and Crockett didn’t hesitate to push back, using the hearing as a platform to call for a return to principled governance and true justice.
Moving Beyond the Past: “We’re Here to Legislate”
Crockett opened her remarks with a pointed reminder: “Joe Biden is not the president anymore.” She urged her colleagues to stop relitigating the past and focus on their actual jobs as legislators, not litigators. Crockett emphasized that Congress’s duty is to write laws, not to conduct political trials or stoke partisan drama on television.
She referenced a recent speech by a New Jersey senator, highlighting the idea that government should not be about left versus right, but about right versus wrong—a theme she returned to throughout her statement.
The Rise of Political Threats
Crockett addressed the troubling increase in threats against members of Congress, noting that both she and the committee chairman have experienced a “sharp incline” in death threats. She attributed this rise to divisive rhetoric and selective enforcement from elected leaders, warning that such behavior undermines public trust in government agencies.
Direct Response to Pam Bondi
Crockett then turned her focus to Pam Bondi, criticizing Bondi’s appearance on Fox News—which Crockett referred to as “faux news.” Crockett accused Bondi of sending a public threat against her for exercising her right to free speech, calling it “wrong” and dangerous given Bondi’s former status as the nation’s top law enforcement official. Crockett warned that such politicization of law enforcement erodes the foundations of democracy.
Calling Out Elon Musk and Special Treatment
Not mincing words, Crockett declared, “I don’t like Elon Musk. I’m going to say it 50,000 times.” She accused Musk of firing workers, receiving preferential federal contracts, and benefiting from federal protection that others do not. Crockett argued that Musk operates “above the law” simply because of his wealth, and she celebrated recent peaceful protests against him, saying, “He is a problem.”
Crockett clarified that her encouragement of protests always comes with advice to consult legal counsel, underscoring her commitment to lawful activism.
Justice, Not Retribution
Crockett warned that the Department of Justice under current leadership appears more focused on retribution than on upholding the law, citing threats received by other members of Congress. She insisted that law enforcement should respond to actual crimes without bias or discrimination, and called for diversity and inclusion in public service.
A Personal Story: Why Diversity Matters
To close, Crockett shared her own journey into public service. She recounted how she was hired as a public defender, despite lacking criminal defense experience, because she brought a unique perspective and rapport with clients that others could not. Crockett said she worked hard for all her clients, not just those who looked like her, and argued that true service requires empathy and understanding.
Conclusion: A Call for Principled Leadership
Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s impassioned speech was a clear call for Congress to refocus on justice, truth, and the real needs of the American people. She cautioned against divisive politics and selective enforcement, urging leaders to choose right over wrong and to remember the deeper purpose behind their roles.
As political tensions continue to rise, Crockett’s message stands as a reminder that behind every hearing and headline, there is an ongoing battle for the soul of American democracy.
