White House Press Secretary Rebukes Rep. Crockett Over MAGA Mental Illness Comments

Texas Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett sharply criticized President Donald Trump and his supporters, calling them 'sick' and suggesting a national mental health crisis because of their support for Trump. She stated that opposition to Trump should be universal, framing her remarks as a non-partisan concern. White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt strongly rebuked Crockett's comments, calling it derogatory to label nearly 80 million Americans mentally ill and defending the America First movement as composed of hardworking patriots. Leavitt challenged Crockett to attend a Trump rally to witness the supporters firsthand and sarcastically expressed hope that Crockett would continue to be a 'rising star' for the Republican Party. The exchange highlights the deep political polarization, with Crockett viewed as a prominent progressive voice critical of both Trump and establishment Democrats. This clash underscores ongoing tensions between the White House and progressive Democrats, reflecting broader divisions within American political discourse.