Sometimes people say things they wish they could take back. But other times, they say something so mean-spirited, it tells you exactly what they really think.
That’s what happened this week when Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett called Texas Governor Greg Abbott “Governor Hot Wheels.”
Gov. Abbott has been in a wheelchair since a freak accident back in 1984. A tree fell on him while he was out for a jog, crushing his spine.
But instead of giving up, he kept going. He became a lawyer, then a judge, and now he’s the governor of one of the biggest states in America.
Whether you agree with all his policies or not, you’ve got to admit—that’s impressive.
But instead of showing respect, Rep. Crockett decided to make fun of his disability at an event hosted by the Human Rights Campaign, a liberal political group.
She called him “Hot Wheels,” like it was some kind of joke.
Th Governor of Texas, Greg Abbott, has used a wheelchair since 1984 when he was tragically paralyzed in an accident. Today, the unquestioned leader of the Democratic Party, Rep. Jasmine Crockett, mocks him with the insult “Governor Hot Wheels.” https://t.co/2etrTie8LP
— Scott Jennings (@ScottJenningsKY) March 25, 2025
Well, folks didn’t laugh.
In fact, the backlash was swift. People on social media, both left and right, slammed the comment.
Conservatives especially were outraged. One user posted, “This is beyond politics. It’s just plain cruel.”
Others are calling for her to be officially censured by Congress. That’s basically a public scolding from her fellow lawmakers.
Let’s be real—this kind of name-calling has no place in politics, or anywhere else.
Now imagine for a second if a Republican had made fun of a Democrat’s disability. You already know how that would go.
There would be headlines everywhere. People would be marching in the streets. Late-night talk shows would be milking it for weeks.
But because Rep. Crockett is a Democrat, the outrage from the mainstream media has been pretty quiet.
Funny how that works, isn’t it?
That double standard is something conservatives have been pointing out for years. Free speech is fine—until you say something liberals don’t like. Then you’re a villain.
But when someone on their side crosses the line, it’s brushed under the rug or explained away.
Sure, Crockett’s words were ugly. But this is about more than just name-calling.
It’s about a culture that’s becoming meaner, nastier, and less respectful of basic decency.
So why isn’t Crockett being held to the same standard?
Governor Abbott hasn’t responded to the insult, which speaks volumes about his character.
He’s too busy doing his job—fighting for Texas families, pushing back against federal overreach, and standing up for things like border security and school choice.
That’s what real leadership looks like.
According to a 2022 Pew Research Center survey, 81% of Americans say political discourse is getting worse, not better.
And guess what? Respect for people with disabilities isn’t a left or right issue—it’s a human one.
Supporters of Rep. Crockett say it was “just a joke” or that people are “too sensitive.”
Some claim she was only responding to Abbott’s policies, not attacking him personally.
But here’s the thing: You can disagree with someone’s politics without mocking their disability. We teach that to kids in school.
Adults in Congress should know better.
At the end of the day, this isn’t just about one congresswoman. It’s about all of us.
We need to hold our leaders—on both sides—accountable for what they say and do. If we don’t, we’re just inviting more of the same bad behavior.
Crockett’s comment crossed a line. Now it’s up to the public, the press, and Congress to decide what to do about it.
Because if we can’t even agree that mocking a man in a wheelchair is wrong, what can we agree on?
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