Source: Fox News
Summary
Rep. Jasmine Crockett, D-Texas, declined to answer questions about her office’s hiring of a security guard with a criminal history. The guard, Diamon-Mazairre Robinson, was killed in a standoff with law enforcement in Dallas, Texas. Crockett referred to a previous statement, which said her team followed protocols to contract additional security. The statement also expressed surprise that Robinson’s background was not discovered until his death.
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As expected, the matter has reached another stage.
Rep. Jasmine Crockett turned away questions, referring to a previous statement. The statement highlighted the loopholes and shortcomings in the vetting processes for security. The incident drew national attention, with many questioning how Robinson’s background was not discovered earlier. Crockett’s office had vetted Robinson according to standards laid out for lawmaker security. The sequence of events has become a familiar pattern in politics.
Author: Evan Null
