Texas Rep Jasmine Crockett Under Fire for 'Gov Hot Wheels' Comment

Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett faced backlash for mocking Governor Greg Abbott by calling him 'Gov Hot Wheels.' The comment was made at a banquet hosted by the Human Rights Campaign in Los Angeles, where Crockett criticized Abbott, resulting in disapproval from Republicans including Texas Senator John Cornyn.

Texas Representative Jasmine Crockett sparked controversy over the weekend after a biting comment directed at Governor Greg Abbott. During a Human Rights Campaign event in Los Angeles, Crockett referred to Abbott as 'Gov Hot Wheels,' a jab at his use of a wheelchair.

The remark drew swift criticism from Republicans. Texas Senator John Cornyn labeled the comments as 'disgraceful' on social media. Abbott has been paralyzed since 1984 following a tragic accident, yet was elected as governor in 2014.

Crockett, a Democrat elected to the House in 2022, made the remarks while addressing banquet attendees. Video footage shows she made the comment in passing during her speech, a move that has now attracted intense scrutiny.

(With inputs from agencies.)