Crockett is downright insane.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) sparked outrage this week after making shocking comments defending criminals and shifting blame for America’s crime wave onto supporters of President Donald Trump.
During an appearance on the liberal “Getting Better” podcast hosted by Jonathan Van Ness, Crockett argued that people who commit crimes out of desperation shouldn’t necessarily be viewed as criminals — a statement critics say downplays the suffering of innocent victims and undermines law enforcement.
Crockett: ‘Committing a Crime Doesn’t Make You a Criminal’
Van Ness asked Crockett to share one thing she wished more Americans understood about crime. He suggested many offenders were simply in the “wrong place at the wrong time” or unfairly targeted by the justice system.
Crockett shockingly agreed and doubled down:
“Just because someone has committed a crime, it doesn’t make them a criminal,” Crockett declared. “Being a criminal is about your mindset. People commit crimes for many different reasons.”
She claimed her past work as a public defender gave her insight into why individuals turn to crime, implying lawmakers should focus more on “fixing communities” than on punishment.
Van Ness and Crockett Excuse ‘Crimes of Survival’
Van Ness jumped in to back Crockett’s controversial stance, describing scenarios like parents stealing diapers as “crimes of survival.”
He contrasted that with what he called a “true criminal mindset” involving tax evasion, corruption, or repeated illegal acts, suggesting that some crimes should be viewed with compassion rather than punishment.
Critics argue this narrative ignores victims and creates excuses for violent offenders, sending the dangerous message that crime has no real consequences.
Crockett’s History of Anti-MAGA Rhetoric
This isn’t the first time Crockett has drawn backlash.
- She has blamed “MAGA Republicans” — not illegal immigrants — for rising crime rates in major U.S. cities.
- Crockett has even questioned whether police exist to prevent crime at all, aligning herself with the far-left “Defund the Police” movement.
- Her repeated attacks on Trump supporters have made her a favorite among progressives but a lightning rod for conservatives concerned about public safety.
America’s Crime Crisis and Trump’s Law-and-Order Agenda
Crockett’s comments come as violent crime remains a top concern for voters heading into the 2026 midterms.
President Donald Trump has promised to restore law and order, crack down on violent offenders, and fully support police nationwide. Crockett’s remarks highlight the stark contrast between Trump’s tough-on-crime approach and the far left’s radical agenda of excusing criminal behavior.
Why This Matters
Crockett’s statement — “committing a crime doesn’t make you a criminal” — isn’t just tone-deaf. Critics warn it sends a green light to offenders, encouraging more chaos in communities already ravaged by theft, drugs, and violence.
With progressives like Crockett in positions of power, many fear Democrats will continue prioritizing criminals over law-abiding citizens — a dangerous recipe for even higher crime rates in America’s cities.
Bottom Line: Jasmine Crockett’s disturbing comments reveal just how far the radical left is willing to go to excuse crime and vilify conservatives. Voters will have a clear choice: law and order under Trump or chaos under the far-left Democrats.