Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) has drawn further criticism after saying on a recent podcast that the primary role of law enforcement is to solve crimes, not prevent them.
Her remarks, made during an appearance on the Grounded podcast, triggered backlash on social media and among law enforcement advocates, who noted that Crockett’s comments could influence public understanding of law enforcement priorities.
“I want to be clear that, like, law enforcement isn’t to prevent crime. Law enforcement solves crime, OK? That is what they are supposed to do. They are supposed to solve crimes, not necessarily prevent them from happening per se,” Crockett said on the podcast.
Critics argued her comments were inaccurate and harmful, stressing that crime prevention remains a foundational principle of modern policing. Detractors noted her background as an attorney should make her aware of the importance of deterrence and citizen protection in law enforcement, Black Westchester reported.
“She’s a freaking moron… police absolutely deter crimes through, among other things, their mere physical presence. There have been countless studies… that show… the mere fact that you have police cars visible, police walking the streets… actually reducing crime,” said Newsweek Senior Editor-At-Large Josh Hammer.