Jasmine Crockett criticized over comment mocking Greg Abbott’s wheelchair

WASHINGTON (Texas Tribune) — U.S. Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Dallas, disparagingly called Gov. Greg Abbott “Hot Wheels” to mock his use of a wheelchair Saturday, prompting fierce backlash from Republicans.

“Jasmine Crockett is despicable,” Attorney General Ken Paxton said on social media.

“Shameful,” U.S. Sen. John Cornyn posted.

"Jasmine Crockett is the perfect spokesperson for today’s Democrats — out of touch and completely unhinged,” said Mike Marinella, a spokesperson...