Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett, representing Texas’ 30th district, has been vocal on social media regarding recent legislative developments. In a series of tweets, she expressed her disapproval of a bill passed by House Republicans and commented on a judicial decision concerning the Department of Education.
On May 22, 2025, Congresswoman Crockett criticized the House Republicans for voting in favor of what she described as the largest cut to SNAP and Medicaid in U.S. history. She stated that this decision turns their backs on their constituents, particularly “the working people they were sent here to represent.” Her tweet can be viewed here.
Later that day, at 12:42 PM UTC, Crockett announced her vote against the same bill. She highlighted its potential impact on healthcare access for millions of Americans, including nearly 130,000 individuals in her district who rely on Medicaid. Additionally, she noted that it would affect food security for at least three million Americans. The full text is available here.
In another tweet posted at 4:06 PM UTC on May 22, Crockett reported a court decision preventing former President Trump from dismantling the Department of Education. She emphasized that public education cannot be altered without Congressional approval and celebrated the preservation of thousands of jobs and public education itself. Her comments can be accessed here.
Jasmine Crockett has served in Congress since 2023 after replacing Eddie Bernice Johnson. Born in St Louis in 1981 and currently residing in Dallas, she holds degrees from Rhodes College and the University of Houston.
