Several disability groups told Politico they are disappointed in Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, after she called Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, who uses a wheelchair, “Gov. Hot Wheels.”
“If the Democrats want to be as inclusive as they claim they do and ensure that people with disabilities are actually recognized as being welcome under their political umbrella, then you have to be thoughtful about your words,” Emily Ladau, a disability rights advocate and author said to Politico. “And when Crockett made that joke, she was really punching down, and she knew that she would get a laugh.”
Republicans have swiftly rebuked Crockett, with Rep. Randy Weber, D-Texas, saying he would file a resolution to formally censure her.
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