Rep. Jasmine Crockett's Profane Criticism of Elon Musk Goes Viral
The Texas congresswoman's blunt two-word remark highlights tensions over Musk's role in federal budget cuts under the Trump administration.
- Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) told a reporter she would say 'F--- off' to Elon Musk when asked for a direct message to the billionaire.
- The comment, made outside the Capitol, drew widespread attention online, with Democrats praising her bluntness and conservatives criticizing her tone.
- Crockett has been a vocal critic of Musk's leadership of the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), which has implemented significant federal workforce reductions.
- Musk's controversial role as a Trump adviser and DOGE head has polarized public opinion, with some supporting his focus on cutting government waste and others opposing the rapid downsizing of critical agencies.
- The viral remark adds to Crockett's growing reputation for sharp rhetoric, reflecting broader political divides over the Trump administration's policies.