Crockett Controversy

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The story revolves around a heated confrontation between Rep. Jasmine Crockett and Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, with insults exchanged over fake eyelashes and body shaming. The incident led to chaos during a House Oversight Committee hearing, drawing widespread attention and criticism.

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In a tumultuous House Oversight Committee hearing, chaos erupted as Rep. Jasmine Crockett clashed with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, leading to insults and a heated exchange of words [https://abcnews.go.com//news/marjorie-taylor-greene-butts-heads-jasmine-crockett-committee/story?id=71750508]. Their confrontation reached a boiling point when Greene made disparaging remarks about Crockett's fake eyelashes, leading to accusations of racism [https://www.latinpost.com/articles/412902/20240517/marjorie-taylor-greene-accused-racism-attack-fake-eyelashes-reshad-jones-jasmine-crockett.htm]. Crockett responded by launching a collection of "clapback" apparel in response to Greene's insults [https://newspunch.com/jasmine-crockett-launches-collection-based-on-butler-body-insult/] and stood her ground against the controversy, asserting that Greene should spell her name correctly before attacking her appearance [https://nypost.com/2024/05/18/us-news/rep-jasmine-crockett-launches-clapback-collection-off-marjorie-taylor-greene-insults-bad-built-butch-body/]. The confrontation continued as various news outlets covered the ongoing feud between Crockett and Greene [https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/marjorie-taylor-greene-jasmine-crockett-argument-aoc-b2547105.html].

The tension between the lawmakers escalated further when Lauren Boebert criticized Greene for her behavior during a viral hearing [https://www.newsweek.com/lauren-boebert-blasts-marjorie-taylor-greene-after-viral-hearing-1902193]. The contentious relationship between Crockett and Greene also caught the attention of other politicians, media outlets, and social media platforms, leading to a broader discussion about decorum and professionalism in Congress [https://www.washingtonexaminer.com/opinion/3008350/its-time-rein-in-marjorie-taylor-greene/]. The altercation drew comparisons to a reality show, with tensions high and insults flying [https://www.nymag.com/intelligencer/article/what-happened-in-last-nights-reality-show-house-hearing.html]. Amid the chaos, voices from both sides of the political spectrum weighed in on the confrontation, with some calling for a probe into the allegations of members drinking

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Virality Score 4.8

Change in Rank +19

Thread Age 71 days

Number of Articles 84

Political Leaning

Left 46.0%

Center 14.3%

Right 39.7%

Regional Coverage

US 92.6%

Non-US 7.4%

Recent Coverage

Rep. Crockett blasts 'racist' Marjorie Taylor Greene, calls on speaker to 'rein her in'

NY Post - 69 days ago - Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett blasted fellow Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene as “racist” and implored House Speaker Mike Johnson to”rein her in” Sunday.

'A hit dog hollers': Jasmine Crockett brutally doubles down on MTG's House floor tantrum

Raw Story - 69 days ago - During an appearance on MSNBC on Sunday, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) continued her criticism of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene for insulting her during a bill mark-up hearing that led to the Georgia Republican yelling across the chamber.As Crockett saw it, it was apparent she got under Taylor Greene's...

The crucial moment from Rep. Crockett and MTG’s heated exchange you didn’t see

MSNBC - 69 days ago - Rep. Jasmine Crockett joins Charles Coleman Jr., in for Ali Velshi, to discuss the overlooked aspect of her heated exchange with Marjorie Taylor Greene during this week’s Oversight Committee Hearing, specifically the racial double standard and challenges of being a Black woman in a position of power in the U.S. Congress. “[Greene] just decided, ‘you know I’ve got privilege, so I'm just going to say whatever I want to say and then lean back,’ and she knew she would face no consequences,” Crockett explains. “I refuse to be anyone’s doormat.”

Rep. Jasmine Crockett Outs Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Racism On National TV

PoliticusUSA - 69 days ago - Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) explained on CNN why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s attack on her was racist and the racism of MAGA.

Clarence Page: The congressional circus is back in town, this time over the Biden audiotapes

Chicago Tribune - 69 days ago - The Thursday night fights on Capitol Hill featured Republican Marjorie Taylor Greene and Democrat Jasmine Crockett trading “mean girls” jabs.

Dem Rep. Crockett: Marjorie Taylor Greene Used Racist Trope ‘for the MAGA Crowd’

Breitbart News Network - 69 days ago - Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) said Sunday on CNN’s “State of the Union” that Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) used a racist trope at the House Oversight Hearing Committee earlier this week to impress the “MAGA crowd.”

Justice Alito's upside-down flag sparks another SCOTUS ethics scandal

MSNBC - 69 days ago - Democratic Rep. Jamie Raskin joins Jonathan Capehart to discuss the New York Times reporting that an upside-down flag, a symbol used by some Trump supporters, flew outside Justice Samuel Alito's home in Jan. 2021. Plus, Rep. Raskin shares his thoughts on the chaos that erupted at a recent House Oversight and Accountability Committee hearing.

UPDATE: Jasmine Crockett Explains Why She Doesn’t Regret Poppin’ Off On Marjorie Taylor Greene (Video)

The Shade Room - 70 days ago - Jasmine Crockett stated she has no regrets about the comments she made towards Marjorie Taylor Greene during House Committee meeting.

Rep. Crockett ripped for hawking T-shirt based on feud with MTG: ‘Start by spelling your last name correctly’

Fox News - 70 days ago - Social media users criticized Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, after she promoted merch off of her feud with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., this week that had her named apparently misspelled.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett launches 'Clapback Collection' off Marjorie Taylor Greene insults: 'Bad-built butch body'

NY Post - 70 days ago - “The money will go to ensuring that we have a Democratic House!” Crockett said of her “Clapback Collection” of swag.

'Mad' Marjorie Taylor Greene meltdown tied to Trump snub by MSNBC host

Raw Story - 70 days ago - Reacting to Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA) getting into a shouting match during a House hearing with Reps. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). MSNBC host Alex Witt suggested there may be more going on below the surface with the Georgia Republican than just trading insult...

'Don't come for me.' Rep. Jasmine Crockett to Marjorie Taylor Greene

MSNBC - 70 days ago - Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett joins Katie Phang to discuss her dust up with Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene during a hearing this week, and the latest on The New York Times reporting a upside down flag was flown outside Justice Alito's house in 2021.

'Sometimes the bully has to be smacked in the mouth': MSNBC guest applauds MTG pushback

Raw Story - 70 days ago - During an appearance on MSNBC on Saturday afternoon, Princeton University professor and MSNBC regular Eddie Glaude said he was encouraged by Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett's refusal to ignore verbal abuse from Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene (R-GA).During a House hearing this week discussing a bill mark-up...

Lauren Boebert Puts Marjorie Taylor Greene on Blast After Viral Hearing

Newsweek - 70 days ago - A House committee hearing erupted into chaos on Thursday night after a squabble between Greene and Representative Jasmine Crockett.

AOC knocks Fetterman after fight with MTG: 'I stand up to bullies, instead of becoming one.'

USA Today - 70 days ago - Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y., knocked Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pa., for comparing a House Oversight Committee to The Jerry Springer Show.

Jasmine Crockett Flames Marjorie Taylor Greene During Heated Hearing: 'Bleached Blonde, Bad Built, Butch Body'

Complex - 70 days ago - The confrontation happened after Greene insulted Crockett's eyelashes during an official hearing which led to Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez stepping in.

'It was embarrassing': Boebert and other GOPers distance themselves from MTG after outburst

Alternet - 70 days ago - Even the most far-right members of the House Republican Conference are condemning Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene's (R-Georgia) hijacking of a recent committee hearing.During a Thursday night meeting of the House Oversight Committee, members were debating legislation to hold Attorney General Merrick Gar...