Crockett calls Republicans 'very performative': 'A lot of them don’t like Donald Trump'

Texas Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett has fired back at her Republican counterparts, accusing them of being "very performative" and feigning loyalty to former President Donald Trump. In an interview on ABC's "Jimmy Kimmel Live!", Crockett claimed that many GOP lawmakers secretly harbor disdain for Trump, but choose to maintain a public facade of support to avoid backlash from their base. According to Crockett, this perceived duplicity is often hidden behind closed doors, where Republicans are more willing to speak candidly about their true feelings. The remarks are likely to spark controversy and raise questions about the authenticity of Republican support for Trump, just as the 2024 presidential election approaches.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) on Monday called Republicans “very performative,” saying that many GOP lawmakers have distaste for President Trump. “We have, like, our own little back rooms, right? So every once in a while, they will be like, ‘Hey, you can come to our, like, back room?’ You know?’” Crockett said on ABC’s “Jimmy...