A Texas Congresswoman Was Asked What She Wishes She Could Tell Elon Musk. Hear Her Surprising 2-Word Response

Mar. 15, 2025

Texas Rep. Jasmine Crockett slammed Trump adviser Elon Musk with two quick words.Photo:Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty; Justin Sullivan/Getty

Tom Williams/CQ-Roll Call, Inc via Getty; Justin Sullivan/Getty

A Texas politician has two choice words forElon Musk.

On the steps of the U.S. Capitol, Democratic Rep.Jasmine Crocketthad a simple response to a reporter’s query — if she had the chance to speak directly to the billionaire and Department of Government Efficiency head, what would she say?

Without hesitation, Crockett replied, “F— off.”

Bystanders laughed while someone in the background praised her simple message.

Crockett, 43, began her tenure in the U.S. House of Representatives in January 2023, representing a portion of Dallas.

Prior to earning her Capitol Hill position, Crockett served as a Texas state representative from 2021-2023. She began her career as a public defender and civil rights attorney.

Tesla CEO Elon Musk at the inauguration of Donald Trump on Jan. 20, 2025.Kenny Holston-Pool/Getty

Kenny Holston-Pool/Getty

Musk, who is serving in an undefined White House role, has been advising Trump since he won the 2024 election and spearheading the Trump administration’s efforts to slash the federal workforce.

The Tesla and SpaceX CEO, distinguished as the richest person in the world, has been especially controversial since Trump’s inauguration.

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During an inauguration event, Musk made aone-armed salutethat bore a heavy resemblance to a Nazi salute, though he denied the symbolism shortly afterwards. Furthermore, his pursuit to downsize the federal government has severely affected essential organizations such asUSAIDand FAA.

source: people.com