The Texas Congresswoman's claim that the majority of World Cup fans rooted against Argentina due to the country's "racist history" has sparked widespread ridicule on social media.
During a House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee hearing on Tuesday, Rep. Jasmine Crockett suggested that the World Cup's global appeal was driven by the presence of people of color on the teams.
Crockett's statement drew laughter when a witness pointed out that Spain had the best team, but she countered with her claim of a racist history surrounding Argentina.
Despite the hearing's quick move on from the topic, social media commentators have not been so quick to let the matter drop.
Many have expressed confusion and amusement at Crockett's assertion, with some calling it a "delusional take" and questioning her continued presence in Congress.
Others have pointed out that Spain's victory in the World Cup final was the actual reason for the team's popularity, with one commentator joking that the explanation for the win was simply "Spain: Wins the World Cup, That's it, That's literally it."
Some have taken offense to Crockett's comments, with an Argentine economist responding that Argentina started to get rid of slavery during its war of independence from Spain.
The incident has left many questioning the Texas Congresswoman's claims and her continued presence in Congress.
