Crockett Sparks Backlash by Honoring Chris Brown in Congress

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett faced online backlash after entering Chris Brown into the congressional record and praising him alongside Usher, despite Brown’s documented history of violence and legal troubles. Critics called the move tone-deaf and inappropriate for a lawmaker, while Crockett framed it as a celebration of Black artistry. Brown responded on Instagram, and Crockett had recently lost a Senate bid, with the episode renewing scrutiny over celebrities in political settings.