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Texas representatives caught in controversy after honoring Chris Brown
Headline from KTSM 9 News
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Texas state representative Venton Jones are in hot water this week after appearing at an Usher and Chris Brown concert in the Dallas area over the weekend.
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Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) is facing criticism after honoring singer Chris Brown with an official recognition during a show in Arlington on Saturday. Crockett appeared alongside state Rep. Venton Jones to announce that Brown and Usher would both have their names entered into the Congressional R…
Congresswoman Jasmine Crockett and Texas state representative Venton Jones are in hot water this week after appearing at an Usher and Chris Brown concert in the Dallas area over the weekend.
Crockett’s congressional recognition of Chris Brown ignited condemnation from reporters, activists, and Democratic commentators who cited the singer’s violent history, while Brown insisted he never requested the honor and wanted to be left alone.
The singer thanked Jasmine Crockett but blasted Venton Jones after the state rep tried to walk back their AT&T Stadium tribute amid domestic violence backlash.
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