Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, drew criticism on social media after stating she is “one of the 535 most powerful people in this country,” referencing her role as a member of Congress, as reported by Fox News.

Crockett made the remark during an interview with talk show host Sherri Shepherd, who asked about some of Crockett’s viral moments, including a previous exchange with former Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene.

"There’s no preparation for that. But I’m a Black woman in America. So… some people are just like, 'Oh, but you’re a congresswoman.' I’m a Black woman first," Crockett said.

She continued, "The level of disrespect that is continuously lobbed against us as Black women, you know, for me, I’m like, 'Wait a minute now. I am one of the 535 most powerful people in this country, and for some reason you think we on the same level, but you going to disrespect me?' Like, it’s not going to happen."

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The statement prompted responses from commentators and public figures who questioned the claim, particularly noting the current balance of power in Congress.

Journalist James Surowiecki responded on social media, writing, "She cannot believe that as a congressperson in the party that does not control the House she's one of the 535 most powerful people in America."

Actor Robert Sterling also criticized the remark, calling it one of the most amusing statements he had heard.

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"Saying you’re one of the 535 most powerful people in America because you’re in Congress is one of funniest things I’ve ever heard in my life," he wrote.

In a follow-up post on X, Sterling added, "Unless you’re a senior member of an important committee (eg, ways and means), nobody outside your district cares. You are, for all intents and purposes, politically expendable. You are a fungible commodity, replaceable by your party and its donors without anyone even noticing."

Commentator Jason Howerton also responded, arguing that elected officials serve the public rather than hold personal power.

"You’re a public servant. You’re the opposite of powerful. Once upon a time, those who chose to serve understood this. You are the employee of your constituents, you’re just too ignorant to realize it," he said.

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Timothy P. Carney of the Washington Examiner commented on the broader cultural discussion, writing, "In some corners of our culture, there is an obsession with 'respect' and 'power.'"

James Carafano of the Heritage Foundation also weighed in, stating, "Her 15 minutes were up a long time ago."

The social media account for the Center for New Liberalism offered its own critique, posting, "Regional car dealership magnates are more powerful than Congressional backbenchers."

Crockett’s office did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Earlier this year, Crockett lost a Senate bid to Democratic state Rep. James Talarico. Her current House term is set to expire in January.

Crockett, who has been critical of President Donald Trump, has also posted multiple statements regarding the White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner shooting. On her official X and Threads accounts, she wrote, "The political violence is unacceptable and must stop."

"I am grateful that everyone attending tonight’s WHCD is safe," she added.

However, on her Jasmine For US campaign Threads account, Crockett posted, "Has there ever been a president have this many close 'attempts' on their life?"

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"Maybe it’s lax gun laws, maybe it’s lack of mental health funding, or maybe it’s fake… who knows," the post continued.

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