Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) reportedly confronted an Atlantic journalist after learning the reporter had contacted other lawmakers as part of a profile on the first-term congresswoman.
According to Atlantic writer Elaine Godfrey, Crockett called her four days before the article’s publication to express frustration about the outreach. “She was, she told me, ‘shutting down the profile and revoking all permissions,’” Godfrey wrote. It remains unclear how Crockett planned to halt the piece or why she objected to a common journalistic practice of interviewing colleagues for context.
The resulting profile, published Sunday, featured both praise and private criticism of the Texas Democrat, who is known for her outspoken style and progressive politics.
Several House Democrats offered supportive comments. Rep. Ayanna Pressley (D-Mass.) described Crockett as having a “very fine, legally trained mind,” referencing her background as a public defender and law graduate. Rep. Julie Johnson (D-Texas) acknowledged Crockett’s “aggressive communication style,” adding, “I’m thrilled she’s doing it, because we need it all.” Rep. Robert Garcia (D-Calif.) called her “one of the strongest fighters we have.”
However, Godfrey noted that some Democratic lawmakers declined to speak about Crockett on the record. Senior Democratic staffers described her as “undisciplined” and a “loose cannon,” saying her behavior can cause internal friction, though few are willing to criticize her publicly.
Crockett’s office did not respond to requests for comment from The New York Post.
