White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt responded sharply after Rep. Jasmine Crockett labeled Trump supporters “mentally ill,” urging the Texas Democrat to visit a Trump rally to understand their views firsthand. Leavitt called Crockett’s remarks “incredibly derogatory” toward millions of Americans.
Speaking from the briefing room, Leavitt defended the Trump-aligned “America First” movement as composed of hardworking citizens—law enforcement officers, teachers, small-business owners—and emphasized that Crockett’s accusations unfairly paint them as unwell. She said Crockett might be surprised by the respect and dedication exhibited at a rally.
Crockett had asserted on a podcast that backing former President Trump amounts to evidence of a national mental health crisis. The exchange underscores growing tensions in political discourse, highlighting how both parties are leveraging rhetoric to advance their narratives.