In a moment that has set social media ablaze, Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) delivered a brutally direct response to Elon Musk, earning praise from progressives and critics of the billionaire alike.
During a House Democratic Caucus press conference on Tuesday, a reporter asked what she would say to Musk if given the chance.
Without hesitation, Crockett delivered two simple words that instantly went viral:
"F--k off."
The room fell silent for a moment, before the impact of her words ignited an explosion of reactions online.
The response from social media was immediate and overwhelmingly supportive, with many calling Crockett’s bluntness a breath of fresh air in an era of corporate influence, political games, and tech billionaires shaping policy behind closed doors.
Attorney Jason McLean took to BlueSky to applaud Crockett’s unfiltered approach:
"More of this energy please. Also note that she is not 800 years old, gets the problems that Elon and his cronies are causing, and that it will take a long time to repair them the longer this goes. A lot to be found in those two little words."
Writer Daniel Roberts took it even further:
"Well, she is my president now."
Meanwhile, retired analyst Bryan Fichter kept it short:
"I like the cut of her jib."
The response wasn’t just about Crockett’s choice of words, but about what she represents to many frustrated Americans.
Commentator Vince Wilson made a bold claim on X (formerly Twitter):
"She is speaking for all Americans."
Other progressive voices compared her to other controversial political figures, urging Democrats to embrace her boldness.
Combat veteran Travis Matthew wrote:
"We need more Jasmine Crockett and less Marjorie Taylor Greene."
Software engineer Alex Jewell agreed, suggesting that Democrats need to take a more aggressive approach:
"This is the energy dems need to bring. Waxing poetically about saving democracy and being polite clearly doesn't resonate with the right wing NPCs willing to go down with the ship. Let's not mince words."
While Crockett didn’t elaborate further, her frustration with Musk is hardly unique.
The tech billionaire has recently been at the center of multiple political debates, including:
- Altering the landscape of social media after his acquisition of X (formerly Twitter).
- Backing right-wing figures and policies, despite once being known as a centrist.
- Weighing in on government regulations while simultaneously benefiting from billions in federal contracts.
- Engaging in high-profile feuds with politicians and public figures.
Given his growing presence in both politics and media, many see Musk’s influence as a threat to progressive policies—and Crockett’s response as a refusal to bow to his power.
With Elon Musk’s history of clapping back at critics on X, some are wondering if he will fire back at Crockett.
Musk has previously:
- Mocked lawmakers and public figures who criticize him.
- Used his platform to shape narratives and rally supporters.
- Doubled down on his controversial stances, even when faced with intense backlash.
While Musk has yet to respond to Crockett’s remarks, some expect him to address the viral moment soon, especially as his political involvement continues to expand.
Crockett’s rising popularity among progressives suggests she could become a major force within the Democratic Party.
- Will she continue calling out tech billionaires and political opponents?
- Could this moment propel her into a larger national spotlight?
- Does her bold approach signal a shift in Democratic strategy?
One thing is clear—her words made an impact, and whether Musk acknowledges them or not, the internet isn’t forgetting anytime soon.
