Police investigate altercation between reporter and Representative Crockett

A police report has been filed after a confrontation between a conservative reporter and Democratic Representative Jasmine Crockett in the U.S. Capitol. The incident occurred when Charles Downs, a correspondent for Loomer Unleashed, approached Crockett with questions about her remarks on violence related to protests planned against Tesla. Crockett, a first-term congresswoman from Texas, has faced criticism recently for her comments about Governor Greg Abbott. During an LGBTQ+ event, she referred to Abbott in derogatory terms, sparking backlash from conservatives. In a video shared online, Downs attempts to question Crockett but she does not respond. The situation escalates when she reportedly grabs his phone and begins to push him away. Downs later filed a police report, claiming he was assaulted and that Crockett attempted to steal his phone. He shared images of his hand, which he says was injured during the encounter. Loomer, who is associated with Downs, supported his claims and criticized Crockett's behavior as unacceptable for a member of Congress. In response, Crockett released a statement suggesting that Downs invaded her personal space while attempting to provoke her for a soundbite. U.S. Capitol Police announced that they will investigate the complaint thoroughly. The incident has drawn attention and raised questions about decorum in Congress, particularly regarding political confrontations.