“This Court Is Racist!”

Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas spoke out strongly on June 3, 2026, accusing the US Supreme Court of pushing a “racist, corrupt” agenda.

Her comments highlight growing concerns about recent court decisions that many say are undermining Black political representation.

The Supreme Court has recently approved new congressional maps in Alabama, Louisiana, Texas, and Virginia that critics argue weaken the voting power of Black communities. Crockett’s remarks reflect a broader frustration among civil rights advocates who see these rulings as a rollback of protections gained over decades.

One key decision allowed Alabama to move forward with a map that removes one of its two Black-majority districts, significantly reducing Black voters’ influence. The Court also limited how states can consider race in drawing districts, weakening the Voting Rights Act’s protections. In Louisiana, the Court struck down the creation of a second Black-majority district, a move seen as undermining the Act’s core purpose.

Crockett called these rulings part of a coordinated effort to dismantle civil rights protections. “When the Supreme Court repeatedly attacks voting rights and bends over backwards to a wannabe king, we should call it what it is,” she said. “This Court is racist, corrupt… and the American people deserve better.”

For Crockett, the issue hits close to home. The Court recently allowed Texas Gov. Greg Abbott’s new congressional maps to stand for the 2026 elections, maps expected to add up to five new Republican seats. These new districts also push Crockett out of her own seat, prompting her to launch a Senate campaign. In a video posted online, she expressed her anger plainly: “F— you to the Supreme Court for what they did.”

She accused conservative state governments and the Court of working together to “rig the system” ahead of the 2026 midterms. Her frustration underscores the high stakes of redistricting battles for American democracy.

Crockett is also calling for structural reforms to the Supreme Court. She supports expanding the number of justices to 13, matching the number of circuit courts, to restore balance and legitimacy. This idea has gained support among progressives but remains controversial.

Her efforts include work on the Court Reform Now Task Force, which explores term limits and other accountability measures to address concerns about ethics and unchecked power.

For Black communities in the South, these court decisions are more than legal issues—they determine who gets elected and whose voices are heard. Crockett’s outspoken stance reflects a growing belief that the Supreme Court is no longer a neutral arbiter but an active player reshaping political power.

The fight over voting rights, representation, and the future of the Court continues to be a critical issue for democracy.