Rep. Jasmine Crockett Stirs Applause on ‘The View’ With Blunt Take on Democrats, Courts, and 2028 Election

Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett made a fiery and refreshingly candid appearance on The View this week, delivering strong opinions on Democratic outreach, judicial independence, and the party’s 2028 presidential prospects — all with her signature wit and unapologetic style.

Crockett, a Democrat from Texas and former civil rights attorney, did not shy away from controversial topics during the wide-ranging segment. Her commentary drew laughter, applause, and moments of sober reflection from both the co-hosts and the studio audience.

“You Only Call Me After Midnight”

Early in the conversation, View co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin brought up one of Crockett’s previous remarks in which she likened Democrats to a man who only calls after midnight.

Crockett didn’t miss a beat.

“Don’t just show up when you need something,” she said, referencing the party’s often criticized approach to engaging Black voters. “Show up and show me you’re here to serve me, too.”

She stressed the importance of maintaining an ongoing relationship with communities instead of treating them as a reliable voting bloc only during election seasons.

“It’s about staying ready so you don’t have to get ready,” she added.

“Will the Courts Hold?”

Co-host Sunny Hostin then pivoted the conversation to legal matters, asking whether Crockett believed the courts would continue to resist federal overreach, citing concerns over immigrant rights, higher education pressure, and political interference in the judiciary.

“That’s the million-dollar question,” Crockett replied. “I’ve been surprised the courts have held up as well as they have so far.”

She praised the integrity of trial courts, noting that cases often hold up regardless of whether judges were appointed by Democratic or Republican presidents.

“It’s reminiscent of what I always thought the law should be — an absolute of sorts,” she said. However, Crockett admitted that the Supreme Court still makes her nervous, especially on immigration-related decisions.

“Getting a 9-0 ruling from this Supreme Court on due process? That gave me a little hope.”

Despite that glimmer of optimism, she acknowledged bluntly: “It’s not going to be the legislative branch. My only hope is the courts will continue to hold.”

2028 and the “Safest White Boy” Comment

In one of the most headline-grabbing exchanges of the segment, co-host Joy Behar confronted Crockett with her past quote that Democrats need “the safest white boy we can find” for their 2028 presidential ticket.

The audience erupted in laughter.

Pressed on who she was referring to, Crockett kept things playful and vague: “I’m not going to tell you, Joy.”

She clarified that her comment was in response to a question about whether voters would again be hesitant to back a woman or person of color after past election cycles.

“My philosophy is that the people want a fighter,” she said. “It doesn’t really matter what their color is — but I do think the donor class is lining up behind someone.”

Crockett emphasized that Barack Obama’s success showed how grassroots energy — not just big donors — can determine a race.

“He was the poster child for $5 and $10 donations,” she said. “If we the people decide we are the donor class, then we can make anything happen.”

Applause and a Standing Ovation

By the end of the segment, co-host Whoopi Goldberg summed up what many were thinking: “This is why she’s so great.”

Crockett’s appearance stood out not only for its candor but for how it energized a national conversation around politics, representation, and voter engagement. Whether or not her vision shapes the 2028 Democratic primary remains to be seen — but it’s clear that she’s already making her voice heard in the rooms where it matters.