Washington has seen its fair share of fiery speeches, bold declarations, and political theatre. But few could have predicted that Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas would set off one of the most electric storms in recent memory — not by drafting a bill, not by launching an investigation, but by quoting a rap lyric.

A Rap Lyric in the Political Arena

Trump Camp Fires Back

Supporters Rally Around Crockett

Critics Question the Tactic

The Kendrick Effect

What This Means Going Forward

The Silence in the Chamber

Conclusion: A Lyric That Lingers