Texas Democratic Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett is sounding the alarm over former President Donald Trump’s recent economic rhetoric, questioning his mental fitness in light of escalating tariff threats that have shaken global markets and drawn criticism from across the political and financial spectrum.
During a fiery appearance on MSNBC, Crockett described the prospect of a second Trump term as akin to being in an “abusive relationship,” citing erratic policy decisions and fear-driven governance. “The fact that no one is questioning his mental acuity or fitness to serve is beyond wild to me,” she said.
Crockett contrasted Trump’s tumultuous presidency with President Biden’s tenure, pushing back against conservative attacks labeling Biden as “Sleepy Joe.” “At least you could sleep at night,” she said, referencing concerns about retirement savings, fake national emergencies, and surging consumer costs under Trump’s watch.
The renewed scrutiny comes as Trump’s aggressive tariff proposals sparked fresh volatility on Wall Street. CNBC economics reporter Steve Liesman, breaking from typical media reserve, called the former president’s strategy “absolutely insane” during a live broadcast.
Tom Lee, head of research at FSInsights, echoed similar concerns in a market note. “We have had many conversations with macro fund managers,” he wrote. “Their concern is that the White House is not acting rationally, but rather on ideology—or perhaps not even ideology. A few have quietly wondered if the President might be insane.”
Despite mounting criticism, Trump defended his mental state Friday, telling reporters aboard Air Force One that he had “aced” a cognitive test at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. “I got every answer right,” he boasted.
Crockett, who took office in 2023, has built a reputation for sharp political commentary and unapologetic confrontation. Last month, she drew headlines for mocking Texas Governor Greg Abbott as “Hot Wheels” and calling to “take down” Elon Musk, comments which sparked backlash from Republicans.
“I think my role is to push back,” she told The Independent last year. “I’m supposed to be the person saying what everybody else is thinking but never says.”
