On November 15, 2025, the political stage in the United States was once again ablaze with sharp commentary, personal rivalries, and a growing chorus of dissent against President Donald Trump. At the center of this maelstrom stood Rep. Jasmine Crockett, a 44-year-old Texas Democrat and lawyer, whose voice has become increasingly prominent in debates over the future of American democracy and the direction of her party. Crockett’s recent remarks, both on the floor of Congress and across social media, have not only drawn attention to her own political influence but have also illuminated the broader cultural and ideological battles roiling Washington.
According to Tony Deyal’s commentary published in The Gleaner, Crockett did not mince words when warning Americans about what she called an assault on democracy by Trump and his supporters. “I want the American people to know that when you stand up to a bully, you win. Do not back down. Do not bend. You allow them to go and wage their threats,” she declared, urging voters to resist what she viewed as efforts to undermine democratic norms. “Are we going to let them steal democracy?” she asked, her words echoing through the halls of Congress and reverberating across the nation. Crockett added, “If everybody starts to bend, for sure, what is left of our democracy will be gone. And unfortunately, that is exactly what he wants. And even more sadly is that many of his followers agree with this.”
Her warnings come at a time when Trump, now both the 45th and 47th President, has faced a barrage of criticism not only from political opponents but also from a swath of celebrities and public figures. As reported by Deyal, Hollywood icons such as Tom Hanks, Bette Midler, Billie Joe Armstrong, Sean Penn, Alan Ritchson, and Martin Sheen have publicly denounced Trump’s leadership. Hanks called Trump “a self-involved gas” and predicted that a Trump victory would be “a dark day for planet Earth.” Meanwhile, Midler joked about the consequences of his presidency, and Armstrong admitted to being “rightfully scared out of their minds” when Trump took office. Sean Penn compared Trump to the Joker, suggesting that voters were “rooting for the Joker against their own interests.” Alan Ritchson didn’t hold back either, labeling Trump “a conman and assaulter.” Martin Sheen, at 85, reportedly told Trump to his face that he was “the biggest nothing in the world!”
Even former President Barack Obama, as cited by Deyal, weighed in with his own pointed critique: “Here’s a 78-year-old billionaire, who have not stopped whining about his problems since he rode down his golden escalator nine years ago. It has been a constant stream of gripes and grievances. That’s actually getting worse now that he’s getting afraid of losing to Kamala.”
The cultural pushback against Trump has not been limited to the United States. In Canada, the calypsonian known as The Mighty Crooner (Bill Newman) made headlines with his song “The 52nd State,” which won both the Calypso Monarch and People’s Choice awards in July 2025. The song, a satirical jab at the idea of Canada joining the U.S. as a state, included the lyrics, “No Donald no, we want to let you know, We don’t want to be the 51st state, In a county so full of hate, No Donal no, leave Canada alone, You want to be a king on a throne, We better off one our own.” The chorus concluded with a defiant call: “We want to keep our democracy, We don’t want to live under tyranny, We’ll never surrender this country, We’d rather die with our dignity.”
Public opinion polls reflect this growing discontent. The Economist reported that, 295 days into Trump’s current term, his net approval rating sat at -18 percent, with only 38 percent of Americans approving and 58 percent disapproving of his performance. The decline has been especially pronounced among younger Americans, with the Pew Research Center finding that “most Americans think Trump is trying to exercise more power than previous presidents” and that 60 percent believe he is exerting more power than his predecessors—a move most view negatively.
Economic concerns have only intensified the criticism. According to ABC News, “Two thirds of Americans say that the country is ‘pretty seriously off on the wrong track’ while just under a third say the country is the right direction.” The report continued, “Overall, Americans seem unhappy and anxious, with a slim majority saying the economy has gotten worse since President Donal Trump took office and majorities saying that both major parties and the president are out of touch. A majority of Americans are also growing increasingly concerned over the government shutdown.” The longest government shutdown in U.S. history, lasting 40 days, finally ended after Democrats joined Republicans to pass a resolution.
Yet, Trump’s base remains fiercely loyal, with figures like Senator Lindsey Graham expressing admiration for his aggressive policies. Graham called Trump his “favourite president because ‘they were killing all the right people and were cutting your takes.’” Caitlin Johnstone, in her newsletter, noted the shift: “Trump used to at least posture as an anti-interventionist who didn’t get along with the warmongers of the DC swamp. Now he’s best butt buddies with the most blood thirsty swamp creatures alive.”
Meanwhile, Crockett has continued to make waves not just for her policy stances but for her willingness to engage in the personal and political drama that often characterizes modern American politics. As reported by HuffPost, Crockett recently responded to Trump’s public withdrawal of support for Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, a Georgia Republican known for her combative style. Crockett’s advice to Greene was pointed: “I’m here for you girl… I told you not to trust him… all he cares about is HIMself (and protecting pedos) he never loved you. My granny always said ‘be with the man that loves you more than you love him.’ Trust me, sis, you are better off without him.” Crockett concluded with a nod to online slang: “The GWORLS are fighting!”
Greene, for her part, claimed that Trump’s real issue with her stemmed from her push to release files related to Jeffrey Epstein. The feud between Crockett and Greene has been ongoing since 2024, with both women exchanging barbs—Greene criticizing Crockett’s “fake eyelashes,” and Crockett firing back about Greene’s “bleach blonde, bad built, butch body.”
Crockett’s influence within the Democratic Party has not gone unnoticed. In a video segment published by Yahoo News, Jayme Franklin, co-host of the ‘Sincerely American’ podcast, described Crockett as the “most effective messenger” for Democrats. The discussion highlighted how progressive Democrats like Crockett have challenged and reshaped traditional gender roles, both within Congress and in the broader public discourse.
But Crockett’s concerns about Trump extend beyond politics and into the realm of public health. She has initiated an investigation into President Trump’s mental and physical fitness, sending a letter to White House Physician Captain Sean Barbabella. “The American people deserve the truth about the health of their president,” she wrote, pointing to “observable issues, including visible swelling and cognitive lapses.” Crockett specifically referenced a July 2025 memorandum from Dr. Barbabella indicating chronic venous insufficiency and the use of aspirin—a medication typically discouraged for older adults without prior cardiovascular incidents. Her inquiry seeks clarification on recent health events and the use of any assistive devices.
As the 2025 political season heats up, the voices of dissent, satire, and scrutiny are only growing louder. Whether through pointed congressional speeches, biting celebrity critiques, or the lyrics of a calypso song, the debate over Trump’s legacy and America’s future continues to unfold in unpredictable—and often deeply personal—ways.
