Crockett's Remarks at Church Ignite Controversy

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett sparked controversy with her comments at a historically black church in Connecticut, suggesting that America needs immigrants for farm labor because 'black people are done picking cotton.' Her remarks, made at the Grace Baptist Church's 125th anniversary event, were part of a broader defense of immigrants against stereotypes and criticisms, particularly those propagated during Trump's administration. The statement quickly went viral, drawing criticism from various commentators who labeled the comment as racially insensitive and accused Crockett of advocating for immigrant exploitation. Critics argue that her comments inadvertently liken modern immigration labor to historical slavery, while Crockett maintains her position is about highlighting the role migrants play in the U.S. economy. The incident adds to Crockett's history of controversial statements, including derogatory remarks about political figures and provocative predictions about future elections. The backlash highlights ongoing tensions in the political discourse surrounding immigration and race.