Representative Jasmine Crockett, a Democrat from Texas, has offered to collaborate with Republican Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene on legislation aimed at improving safety for members of Congress. This initiative follows Greene’s recent announcement that she will leave Congress next year, a decision that has sparked considerable discussion within political circles.
On November 21, 2024, Crockett shared her intentions on social media, stating, “My office reached out to MTG’s to work on some member safety legislation. I’m serious about working collaboratively on this effort if there is an interest. We can get it drafted before January.” This statement marks a significant shift, as it comes more than a year after the two lawmakers exchanged heated insults during a House Oversight Committee meeting.
Greene’s decision to exit Congress has been described as a culmination of her growing discontent with the Republican Party and its alignment with former President Donald Trump. In her four-page resignation letter and accompanying video, Greene criticized Congress for being influenced by wealthy interests and failing to create meaningful change for Americans.
The tensions between Greene and Crockett have historically been intense. Their rivalry became public during a May 2024 committee session, where Greene mocked Crockett’s appearance, suggesting her “fake eyelashes” were impairing her ability to focus. Crockett countered by questioning the appropriateness of personal attacks within congressional discussions, using Greene’s comments as a focal point.
Crockett has previously described Greene’s remarks as racist and even trademarked the phrase “BLEACH BLONDE BAD BUILT BUTCH BODY,” which gained traction on social media. Despite their past conflicts, Crockett expressed a willingness to mend fences, emphasizing that collaboration could draw attention to crucial issues.
While Greene’s announcement shocked many within her party, it has seemingly opened new avenues for dialogue. Greene, once a prominent ally of the MAGA movement, has faced backlash from Trump, who recently rescinded his endorsement of her. Following this, he labeled her a “traitor” and suggested she would not win reelection in 2026.
Crockett has indicated that her interest in working with Greene on safety legislation is not new. She revealed to CNN that she reached out to Greene after the assassination of conservative figure Charlie Kirk in September 2024, but received no response at that time. “If you can put Marjorie and myself as co-leads on anything, it automatically gets attention, and it also reveals to the American public that we can bridge these gaps if we just decided that we want to,” Crockett stated.
As Congress prepares for the upcoming session, the potential for bipartisan collaboration remains uncertain. Nonetheless, Crockett’s invitation to Greene signifies a willingness to engage across party lines, an increasingly rare occurrence in today’s polarized political landscape.
