Stephen A. Smith Calls Out Jasmine Crockett Over Trump Comments
Stephen A. Smith is catching heat after he called out Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) for her criticism of Donald Trump. On a recent episode of his podcast, Straight Shooter with Stephen A. Smith, the outspoken commentator made it clear he’s not impressed with how Democrats are handling the 2024 election.
“You have a Democratic Party that knew they were getting our vote, would engage in demagoguery, scare the living hell out of us about what existed on the right, and as a result, they’d get our vote,” Smith said. “All they had to do to get it was give us lip service about negative stuff about the other side.”
He didn’t hold back, questioning Crockett’s strong stance against Trump and the MAGA movement.“However Jasmine Crockett chooses to express herself, I’m like, ‘Is that gonna help your district in Texas?’” he said. “Aren’t you there to get stuff done, as opposed to just be an impediment to what Trump wants?”
Smith challenged Crockett to focus on results rather than rhetoric. His remarks have since stirred up social media debates, with some fans backing his honesty while others accused him of downplaying Trump’s divisive behavior.
Smith Urges Democrats To Rethink Their Approach To Trump
In typical Stephen A. fashion, he wasn’t afraid to ruffle feathers. He called out what he sees as performative politics from both sides. Smith argued that Democrats, especially figures like Crockett, spend too much energy clapping back at Trump instead of building a strategy that helps communities thrive.
He pointed out how Crockett’s fiery exchanges with Trump might win headlines, but not policy victories.
“I’m just going to go off about Trump, cuss him out every chance I get, say the most derogatory, incendiary things imaginable, and that’s my day’s work? That ain’t work,” Smith said on his show.It’s not the first time Smith has taken a political stance. In past interviews, he’s criticized both major parties for ignoring Black voters beyond election seasons. This latest statement only adds fuel to that fire — a reminder that he’s as comfortable in the political ring as he is breaking down an NBA Finals game.
Jasmine Crockett’s Response And Public Reaction
As of now, Crockett hasn’t publicly responded to Smith’s comments, but her supporters aren’t holding back. Many took to X (formerly Twitter) to defend her passion, saying she’s one of the few politicians willing to confront Trump’s behavior head-on.Others agreed with Smith, arguing that strong words don’t automatically lead to real change.
Some even accused Smith of “protecting Trump” — a claim he’s rejected in previous discussions, saying he’s simply pushing for “accountability and effectiveness.”
