Texas Democratic Rep. Jasmine Crockett is facing criticism for mocking the Lone Star State’s wheelchair-bound governor, Greg Abbott, by calling him “Hot Wheels” and refusing to apologize, but this is not the first time she has been accused of making light of the hard-line Republican’s disability.
Crockett has risen to national prominence in recent months for her willingness to stand up to conservatives and deliver sharp personal putdowns during committee assignments and TV appearances. She stands out from her colleagues as the second Donald Trump era takes shape without an obvious opposition figure in place.
