Trump Discusses And Give Assessment Regarding Congresswoman’s Comments
Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett (TX) is drawing renewed criticism after a series of comments conflating illegal immigration with legal immigration and implying that certain types of labor are beneath American citizens—but acceptable for undocumented workers. The remarks came during a recent public event and have since gone viral, generating sharp responses across the political spectrum.
“So I had to go around the country and educate people about what immigrants do for this country,” Crockett said, adding, “The fact is, ain’t none of y’all trying to go and farm right now… We done picking cotton! We are. You can’t pay us enough to find a plantation.”
Rep. Jasmine Crockett: "We are a country of immigrants... none of y'all trying to go and farm right now... WE DONE PICKING COTTON" pic.twitter.com/7yPITVctGO
— Unlimited L's (@unlimited_ls) April 7, 2025
The comparison of illegal migrant labor to historical slave labor has triggered bipartisan concern. Critics argue that Crockett’s framing is both factually flawed and politically damaging.
The statement implies that Americans refuse to work in agriculture, while suggesting illegal immigrants should fill that gap—despite U.S. labor programs that allow for legal seasonal agricultural workers.
From a policy standpoint, Crockett’s rhetoric glosses over critical distinctions. Illegal immigration is not equivalent to legal immigration, and U.S. law provides structured avenues, including temporary work visas, for foreign labor in agriculture. Further, mechanization has replaced manual cotton harvesting across the country—rendering Crockett’s reference to “picking cotton” outdated and misleading.
LMAO! President Trump just clowned on Jasmine Crockett at a dinner speech tonight
"Democrats have gone crazy. How about this new one they have? Their new star, Crockett. How about her? Are they serious about that? That’s their new star?
If that’s their new star they’re in… pic.twitter.com/AQmlzIcNxQ
— Nick Sortor (@nicksortor) April 9, 2025
The backlash intensified after former President Donald Trump addressed the controversy during remarks at the National Republican Congressional Committee (NRCC) dinner. “How about this new one they have? Their new star, Crockett,” Trump said. “If that’s their new star, they’re in serious trouble.”
Crockett has previously made headlines for controversial statements, including a claim that illegal entry into the United States “isn’t a crime” and a derogatory remark referring to Texas Governor Greg Abbott as “Gov. Hot Wheels.” These and other public comments have made her a lightning rod for criticism—and a talking point for Republicans seeking to paint the Democratic Party as out of touch.